Unbroken
Laura Hillenbrand
Unbroken
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
An Olympian's Journey from Airman to Castaway to Captive
by Laura Hillenbrand
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Louis Zamperini, once a rebellious youth turned Olympic runner, faces unimaginable challenges after his plane crashes in the Pacific during World War II. Alone on a life raft and surrounded by danger, he fights for survival against hunger, sharks, and enemy forces, embodying resilience and hope. His journey reveals the incredible strength of the human spirit in the darkest moments of war.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, illness & injury, war & conflict. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780385742511
- Pages
- 307
- Publisher
- Delacorte Press
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 63,138
- Lexile
- 850L
- Read-Aloud
- ~7h 1m
- Text Density
- Standard