Burden of honor / Lee Roddy.

Lee Roddy

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Burden of honor / Lee Roddy.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lee Roddy

Reading Level 4-5 9ME 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

The crackle of dry leaves and the sharp scent of smoke fill the air as a young boy faces a world torn apart by war. In the midst of battles and broken promises, the weight of courage and hope presses heavily on his heart. Every step he takes echoes with the burden of honor, but his story is far from over.

Themes

Quick Assessment

Set during the American Civil War in Virginia, this middle-grade historical fiction explores themes of slavery and personal courage through the eyes of a young protagonist. Suitable for readers ages 9-12, it offers a thoughtful look at a difficult period in history without graphic content. The story provides a valuable context for understanding the era's social and emotional challenges.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Light

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

172 pages
ISBN
9780764220272
Pages
172
Publisher
Bethany House Publishers
Published
1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SlaveryVirginiaCivil War, 1861-1865United StatesUnited States Civil War, 1861-1865Virginia Civil War, 1861-1865

Places

United StatesVirginia