The well between the worlds

Sam Llewellyn

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The well between the worlds

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sam Llewellyn

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of saltwater fills the air as waves crash against jagged rocks. Idris Limpet feels the cold grip of the sea, but when he survives drowning, everything changes. Suddenly, he's caught between two worlds—one where monsters are feared and another where he might just belong, but the path ahead is full of unknown challenges.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fantasy novel explores themes of identity and belonging through the story of Idris Limpet, a boy who survives drowning and discovers he is a Cross, a half-human, half-monster hybrid. Set in a richly imagined world, the story contains fantasy violence and moments of peril appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents should note that the book includes themes of survival and transformation within a mythical context.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

372 pages
ISBN
9781407102405
Pages
372
Publisher
Scholastic Children's Books
Published
2009
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Fantasy FictionChildren's Fantasy FictionMonsters

Places

Great Britain