City of Strangers
Robert Barnard
City of Strangers
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Robert Barnard
Silo · Book 3
The text is written at a 7th 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
Meet Jack Phelan, a wildly unlikable man surrounded by a family whose troubles run deep—from his careless wife to rebellious teens dabbling in crime. Amidst this chaos, young Michael Phelan stands out as a glimmer of hope, struggling to avoid the downward spiral that seems inevitable for the Phelans. This gripping mystery explores the shadows lurking within a troubled family in an English city.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 7-8 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include bullying, petty crime, prostitution. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781476733975
- Pages
- 219
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Fiction