Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level
5.0
Points
2.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
15325
Points per Word
0.000131
Description
When Luca decides to board The Angel as it sets sail for war, he is unaware of the dangers he will have to face.
Quick Summary
Angel of Venice follows Luca, a young boy who stows away on the ship The Angel as it departs Venice for war, facing dangerous challenges at sea. The novel explores themes of courage, loyalty, survival, and the harsh realities of wartime through a child's eyes. If your kid likes historical fiction adventures like Number the Stars or The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas, they will find this coming-of-age tale compelling. This book is best suited for teens in 9th through 12th grade who enjoy historical settings and are ready for more mature content, with its 5.0 AR level making it appropriate for strong readers at this level.