Eyes of a child.

Richard North Patterson

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Eyes of a child.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Richard North Patterson

Reading Level 5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 5th 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

A skilled San Francisco lawyer finds himself caught in a tangled web of secrets and serious accusations, including adultery and abuse. As his life unravels, he faces a challenging custody fight and must navigate betrayals and tough choices. This gripping tale explores loyalty, trust, and the complexities of family conflicts.

Themes

FamilyLegal DramaTrustLoyaltyEmotional Conflict

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include divorce & family change, emotional: loss & grief, emotional: identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
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Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Divorce & Family Change Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Social: Romantic Content
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

578 pages
192,437 words
21h 23m read-aloud
ISBN
0345386132
Pages
578
Publisher
Random House Digital, Inc.
Published
1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
192,437
Read-Aloud
~21h 23m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Child Sexual AbuseTrialsChild Sexual Abuse in FictionLawyers in FictionLawyersLegal StoriesLarge Type BooksCaliforniaSan FranciscoPagetChristopherMastersCarolineWomen Lawyers

Places

San Francisco (Calif.)San FranciscoCalifornia