Man on a leash.

Charles K. Williams

Cover of Man on a leash.

Man on a leash.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Charles K. Williams

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

I’m going to tell you a secret about a man who was tougher than anyone could imagine—even when he was tied up and in danger. His son is on a trail to find out who really killed him, but the answers might be harder to face than anything Eric expected. And that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Eric as he investigates the death of his estranged father, a tough war veteran found murdered under suspicious circumstances. The story involves themes of loss, danger, and uncovering family secrets, with some references to drug-related crime and violence. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers a suspenseful narrative with moderate intensity that may prompt discussions about family and courage.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

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

Content Flags

Violence Drug References
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

187 pages
ISBN
0399112197
Pages
187
Publisher
Putnam
Published
1973
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery & DetectiveFiction in English