A prince of a fellow

Shelby Hearon

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A prince of a fellow

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Shelby Hearon

Reading Level 6 11C Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The dusty road blurs behind him as the prince rides hard, heart pounding with secrets he can’t share. Suddenly, a shadow looms—someone’s watching. What will happen next?

Quick Assessment

Set in the American South, this middle-grade novel follows a young protagonist navigating friendship and identity amidst everyday challenges. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, it contains themes of self-discovery and regional culture without intense content, making it a thoughtful read for middle-grade readers.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11C — Clear
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
2
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

200 pages
ISBN
0385125380
Pages
200
Publisher
Doubleday Books
Published
1978
Type
Fiction

Genres

Texas Hill Country (Tex.)

Subjects

SouthernTexas

Places

Texas