Long lost

David Morrell

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Long lost

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David Morrell

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if your little brother disappeared without a trace, and years later, someone shows up claiming to be him? On a busy street in Denver, Brad's world flips upside down when he hears a voice he thought he'd never hear again. But when his brother vanishes once more, Brad has no choice but to chase the mystery into a dangerous game with secrets from the past.

Themes

Impostors and ImpostureKidnappingMissing ChildrenMysteryFamily

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade thriller follows Brad Denning as he confronts the mystery of his missing younger brother, leading him into a tense and suspenseful journey involving kidnapping and family secrets. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story deals with themes of loss, trust, and danger but maintains an appropriate level of intensity for this age group. Parents should be aware that the plot includes suspenseful scenarios and mild peril.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

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

Content Flags

Mild Peril Kidnapping
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

354 pages
ISBN
9780446611947
Pages
354
Publisher
Grand Central Publishing
Published
2003
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Impostors and ImpostureKidnappingMissing Children