Venomous

Christopher Krovatin

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Venomous

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Christopher Krovatin

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Locke's anger is like a poison bubbling inside him, ready to explode. Tonight, at Riverside Park, everything changes when he meets Casey—someone who understands his venom—and a mysterious girl with spikey blue hair. But can Locke conquer his inner beast before it tears everything apart?

Themes

Coming of AgeFriendshipFamilyHorror & Ghost StoriesSocial Issues

Quick Assessment

This young adult novel follows Locke, a high school junior struggling with intense anger that has isolated him for years. As he navigates new friendships and a budding romance, Locke must confront his emotional challenges to find peace. Suitable for teens, the book includes themes of anger management and social struggles, with some mild horror elements.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Anger & Aggression Bullying Emotional Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

176 pages
ISBN
9781416924876
Pages
176
Publisher
Atheneum Books for Young Readers
Published
July 8, 2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Horror & Ghost StoriesLifestylesCity & Town LifeSocial IssuesNew ExperienceYoung Adult FictionAngerBrothersEmotional ProblemsInterpersonal RelationsSingle-parent FamiliesNew YorkHorror StoriesMedicine

Places

New York (N.Y.)