Fight the wind

Elias Carr

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Fight the wind

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Elias Carr

After the Dust Settled

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Fix, a skilled mechanic, and Cleo, a sharp strategist, face the challenge of uniting their group to survive in a dangerous near-future Iowa. As threats from mysterious armed groups loom, their teamwork and leadership will be tested against all odds. Together, they must navigate peril and protect those depending on them.

Themes

SurvivalLeadershipCooperativenessScience & NatureAdventure

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fantasy violence, physical danger. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Fantasy Violence Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

13,264 words
1h 28m read-aloud
ISBN
9780761383314
Publisher
Darby Creek
Published
2012
Type
Fiction
Word Count
13,264
Read-Aloud
~1h 28m

Subjects

Science FictionSurvivalLeadershipCooperativenessIowa

Places

Iowa