Fifteen years

Kendra Norman-Bellamy

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Fifteen years

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Kendra Norman-Bellamy

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

Have you ever wondered what it's like to be separated from a family you love? Imagine being taken away and then, after fifteen years, feeling the pull to find them again. What will happen when J.T. tries to reconnect with the people who once meant everything to him?

Themes

FamilyFaith & ReligionAfrican American & BlackComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows J.T., a young boy who, after fifteen years apart, seeks to reunite with his foster family through his growing faith in God. The story explores themes of family, faith, and identity within an African American Christian context, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the book's focus on religious values and family relationships.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
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
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

294 pages
ISBN
9780802468857
Pages
294
Publisher
Northfield Publishing
Published
2010
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

ReligiousChristianFamily LifeAfrican American & BlackCity LifeFoster ChildrenAfrican AmericansAtlanta

Places

Atlanta (Ga.)