Village of the Vampire Cat
Lensey Namioka
Village of the Vampire Cat
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Lensey Namioka
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
What if the peaceful village you once knew was hiding a dark secret? A young ronin comes back to visit his old teacher, only to find the village gripped by fear. Can he uncover who—or what—is behind the terror before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This story follows a young ronin who returns to his former teacher's village only to discover it is being terrorized by a mysterious killer. Set in historical Japan, the book explores themes of bravery and justice suitable for teens. It contains mild suspense and some scenes of peril appropriate for ages 13 and up.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780936085296
- Pages
- 192
- Publisher
- Blue Heron Pub
- Published
- April 1995
- Type
- Fiction