Kings of Colorado
David E Hilton
Kings of Colorado
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by David E Hilton
The text is written at a 4th 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 young boy looks back on his difficult years at a boys' reformatory where he and other troubled youths form a bond with wild horses that mirror their own struggles. Amidst harsh treatment and challenging family dynamics, they find moments of connection and resilience. This powerful story explores the healing power of animals and the fight to overcome personal pain.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include animal abuse, animal death, child abuse. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781439183830
- Pages
- 306
- Published
- 2012-01-03
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 86,800
- Read-Aloud
- ~9h 39m
- Text Density
- Dense