Xenocide
Orson Scott Card
Xenocide
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Orson Scott Card
Ender
The text is written at a 6th 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
When a mysterious virus essential to an alien species' growth threatens to spread beyond their world, powerful forces decide to take drastic action. The fate of a distant planet hangs in the balance as characters grapple with impossible choices and the survival of many.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, emotional: fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0606121196
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- 1992-08-01
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 179,484
- Read-Aloud
- ~19h 57m