Wing Commander

Peter Telep

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Wing Commander

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Junior Novelization (Wing Commander)

by Peter Telep

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

Lasers blaze and alarms blare as Chris Blair and Maniac scramble aboard the Tiger Claw, their very first ship! The Kilrathi have stolen a secret device that could bring Earth to its knees. But as battle looms, a dangerous betrayal brews within their ranks—who can they trust?

Quick Assessment

Set 600 years in the future, this action-packed science fiction novel follows young cadets Chris Blair and Maniac as they undertake a critical mission to recover a stolen device that threatens Earth. The story includes themes of trust, loyalty, and teamwork amid interstellar conflict, appropriate for teens aged 13 to 18. Parents should note the presence of battle scenes and some tension related to betrayal within the protagonist's group.

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

Mild Peril Fantasy Violence Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

154 pages
ISBN
9780061065569
Pages
154
Publisher
HarperEntertainment
Published
March 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Science FictionAction & AdventureMedia Tie-InScience Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicMovie TieInFilm Novelizations