Washington Square
Henry James
Washington Square
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Henry James
The text is written at a 7th 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
A young woman with a modest charm faces challenges from both her strict father and a suitor who seems more interested in her wealth than in love, revealing complex family dynamics and personal growth in 19th-century New York. As tensions rise, she must navigate trust and betrayal to discover her own path. The story explores the delicate balance between duty, affection, and self-discovery.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7-8 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include divorce & family change, identity & self-discovery, emotional. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A 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
- 9780375761225
- Pages
- 258
- Publisher
- Modern Library
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 63,755
- Read-Aloud
- ~7h 5m
- Text Density
- Standard