Family circle

Mary Hocking

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Family circle

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Hocking

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

The door slams shut behind her, and the silence in the room feels heavier than ever. Tensions crackle like a storm brewing just beneath the surface of this family gathering. What secret is about to unravel and change everything?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction explores the complex dynamics hidden beneath the surface of a seemingly perfect family. Suitable for ages 9-12, it addresses themes of family struggles and interpersonal challenges in an age-appropriate manner without explicit content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

216 pages
ISBN
0701119012
Pages
216
Publisher
Chatto & Windus
Published
1972
Type
Fiction

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