Jake Montana

James Pirone

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Jake Montana

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Matter of Destiny

by James Pirone

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Here's a secret: Jake Montana's dreams are more than just dreams—they're windows into his father's fate and the legacy of his Sioux heritage. As he unravels their mysteries, he steps into a world where past and future collide, but that's only the beginning.

Themes

Science FictionFantasyDakota IndiansDreamsComing of Age

Quick Assessment

Jake Montana follows a modern Sioux teenager who experiences prophetic dreams about his father's death, prompting him to explore his cultural heritage and the connection between past and future. Suitable for ages 13-18, this fiction blends elements of science fiction, fantasy, and Native American themes. Parents should note the book deals with themes of loss and self-discovery.

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

Loss & Grief Identity & Self-Discovery Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

123 pages
ISBN
9780880920728
Pages
123
Publisher
Royal Fireworks Publishing Company
Published
December 1993
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Science Fiction, Fantasy, & MagicScience FictionDakota IndiansDreamsIndians of North America