Duane's depressed

Larry McMurtry

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Duane's depressed

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Larry McMurtry

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) 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 is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Duane faces a deep struggle with sadness while surrounded by family and friends each dealing with their own challenges. As he navigates his feelings and the chaos around him, he finds unexpected healing through literature and support. This heartfelt story explores the complexities of life, relationships, and personal growth in a small town.

Themes

FamilyComing of AgeMental HealthSmall-Town LifeRelationshipsEmotional Growth

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include depression & mental health, substance use, violence. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Depression & Mental Health Substance Use Violence Death & Loss Divorce & Family Change Sexual Content
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

434 pages
135,387 words
15h 3m read-aloud
ISBN
0671025570
Pages
434
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
September 1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
135,387
Read-Aloud
~15h 3m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

ThaliaMental DepressionMiddle Aged MenMiddle-aged MenDepression in MenCity and Town LifePsychologyTexasLarge Type Books

Places

Texas