Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level
4.5
Points
11.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
74995
Points per Word
0.000147
Page Count
296
Points per Page
0.037162
Series
Curse Workers
Description
Black Heart is the third book in Holly Black's series about Cassel Sharpe, a transformation worker who can change people's emotions and memories. The story follows Cassel as he struggles with his decision to work for the federal government while remaining loyal to Lila, who has joined her father's criminal organization. The novel contains mature themes including profanity and sexual references, with a reading level appropriate for upper high school students.