Crossfire
Nigel Slater
Crossfire
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Novel of an African Coup D'état
by Nigel Slater
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
There’s a secret hidden in the pages of this story—one that will change everything you thought you knew. Behind ordinary days and familiar faces, a surprising mystery is waiting to be uncovered. But that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Crossfire by Nigel Slater is a middle-grade fiction book suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. It offers an engaging story with themes accessible to this age group and contains no content likely to distress young readers. Parents can expect a clean and bright narrative appropriate for grade 4.5 reading levels.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 1 — GentleNo conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 000222478X
- Pages
- 193
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- 1977
- Type
- Fiction