Mary of Bellingham
Anneke Campbell
Mary of Bellingham
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Anneke Campbell
The text is written at a 5th 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
Mary appears mysteriously in the quiet town of Bellingham, silent and heavily pregnant, wrapped in a worn blue blanket against the cold. Her unusual condition sparks curiosity and shock, turning the town upside down as secrets begin to unravel. As Mary’s story unfolds, the community faces unexpected questions about faith, truth, and the power of belief.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: fear & anxiety, emotional: identity & self-discovery, physical/safety: mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781588720856
- Pages
- 480
- Publisher
- Jodere Group
- Published
- January 1, 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 99,485
- Read-Aloud
- ~11h 3m
- Text Density
- Standard