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Betrayal of trust

Jim Krueger

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Betrayal of trust

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jim Krueger

Reading Level 4-5 9MP Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if a hidden world of magic and faith was waiting just beyond your doorstep? Imagine discovering that your choices could change everything you believe about trust and friendship. But when secrets emerge, will your courage be enough to face the ultimate betrayal?

Themes

Fantasy World-BuildingChristian LifeFriendshipTrustGraphic Novels

Quick Assessment

Betrayal of Trust is a middle-grade graphic novel blending fantasy elements with themes of Christian life and moral decisions. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores complex ideas about trust, friendship, and faith through engaging storytelling and vivid illustrations. Parents should be aware that the story includes some intense emotional moments and fantasy conflict typical of the genre.

Why we rated Betrayal of trust 9MP

Betrayal of trust is written at a Level 4-5 reading level across 160 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Betrayal of trust works for readers up to grade 6.5.

We rate Betrayal of trust as 9MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Fantasy Violence, Emotional: Trust & Betrayal.

Thematically, Betrayal of trust explores fantasy world-building, christian life, friendship, trust, and graphic novels — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

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.
  • Kids drawn to stories about fantasy world-building, christian life, friendship.

Maybe not for

  • ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
  • ! Children who are sensitive to violence, even when handled at age-appropriate levels.
  • ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Emotional: Trust & Betrayal
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9780310713067
Pages
160
Publisher
Zondervan
Published
2009
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Graphic NovelsFantasyChristian LifeFantasy FictionCartoons and ComicsGrandfathersRaccoon