Double crossing
Eve Tal
Double crossing
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Eve Tal
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
What would you do if you had to leave everything behind to find a safer home? Eleven-year-old Raizel and her father escape Ukraine, dreaming of a new life in America. But when her father's health declines and his strong beliefs stand in the way, will their journey bring them closer or pull them apart?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Set in 1905, this middle-grade novel follows Raizel, an eleven-year-old Jewish girl, and her father as they flee persecution in Ukraine and attempt to build a new life in America. The story sensitively explores themes of immigration, family bonds, faith, and the challenges faced by immigrants. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers historical context with emotional depth while handling complex issues in an age-appropriate way.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780938317944
- Pages
- 261
- Publisher
- Cinco Puntos Press
- Published
- 2005
- Type
- Fiction