A Land Remembered, Vol. 1

Patrick Smith

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A Land Remembered, Vol. 1

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Patrick Smith

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched Rich Discussion

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

What if your family's story could change the history of an entire land? Imagine living through wild Florida from the days of pioneers to a new century filled with challenges and hope. How will the MacIvey family survive and grow in a world that never stops changing?

Quick Assessment

A Land Remembered, Vol. 1 follows the multigenerational saga of the MacIvey family in Florida from 1858, exploring their struggles, triumphs, and the historical backdrop of 19th-century America. Suitable for teens, this young adult novel introduces themes of family legacy and historical change with some mature themes appropriate for grades 7-9. Parents should note the book includes historical hardships and complex family dynamics but remains accessible for its target audience.

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

Loss & Grief Family Change Historical Themes
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

7/10

Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.

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

ISBN
9780613556224
Publisher
Turtleback
Published
March 2001
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FamilyMultigenerationalHistoricalUnited States19th Century