Mustang Moon

Terri Farley

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Mustang Moon

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Terri Farley

Reading Level 7 12LE 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 is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of dusty trails fills the air as hooves thunder across the open plains under a silver moon. Sam’s heart races—someone’s accusing the Phantom of stealing prized mares, and now he’s caught in the middle. Can he prove the truth before everything he loves slips away?

Themes

Quick Assessment

Mustang Moon follows thirteen-year-old Sam as he confronts accusations and danger surrounding the mysterious disappearance of horses from local ranches. This middle-grade novel offers a blend of action, adventure, and themes of family and loyalty, suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note mild suspense and moments of peril typical for the genre.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

336 pages
ISBN
9781665916356
Pages
336
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2023
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureAnimalsHorsesFamily