Voices
Ursula K. Le Guin
Voices
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Ursula K. Le Guin
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Memer discovers her unique voice holds the power to challenge the darkness engulfing her land. Amidst danger and loss, she bravely fights to bring hope and freedom back to her people. This tale weaves magic and courage in a world shadowed by conflict.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include death of a parent, animal death, animal abuse. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0152056785
- Pages
- 233
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
- Published
- 2006
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 72,264
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 2m
- Text Density
- Dense