Code Red

Chris Ryan

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Code Red

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

Flash Flood CD

by Chris Ryan

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

What if a peaceful week of birdwatching turns into a daring adventure? Imagine spotting a rare Hen Harrier, only to see it shot down by someone in uniform. Now, caught in a secret military mystery, Ben and Annie must escape before a dangerous weapon changes everything.

Themes

AdventureEnvironmental AwarenessMysteryFamily

Quick Assessment

This young adult action-adventure follows Ben and his cousin Annie as they uncover a secret military operation while birdwatching. Suitable for ages 13 and up, the story involves mild peril and themes of environmental protection and secrecy. Parents should note some suspenseful scenes involving danger and captivity.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Mild Peril Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

288 pages
ISBN
9781846576720
Pages
288
Publisher
Doubleday Children's
Published
September 25, 2007
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Action & AdventureYoung Adult Fiction