Alice Dodd and the spirit of truth
Catherine Frey Murphy
Alice Dodd and the spirit of truth
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Catherine Frey Murphy
The text is written at a 4th 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
When Alice's little white lies become big fat deceptions, she is determined to redeem herself by finding her little cousin Amy, who has disappeared.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 9-12.
Why we rated Alice Dodd and the spirit of truth Level 0
Alice Dodd and the spirit of truth is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 176 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Alice Dodd and the spirit of truth works for readers up to grade 6.5.
We rate Alice Dodd and the spirit of truth as Unrated because the content sits in the "Unrated" range — no conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the unrated intensity score.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
Maybe not for
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 0 — UnratedThis book has not yet been rated for content intensity.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0027677028
- Pages
- 176
- Publisher
- Simon & Schuster Books For Young Readers
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction