Out of the mist
Lauraine Snelling
Out of the mist
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Lauraine Snelling
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
Tricia races through the dusty track, her heart pounding as her champion horse thunders beneath her. Victory feels close, but inside, she wrestles with a secret sorrow—her father is gone, and her faith feels fragile. Can she find the strength to keep believing when everything feels lost?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel explores themes of faith, loss, and resilience through the story of sixteen-year-old Tricia, a talented horse racer who struggles with doubt after her father's death. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively handles grief and Christian life, making it a thoughtful read for children navigating complex emotions. Parents should note the presence of death as a significant theme, presented in an age-appropriate manner.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1556613385
- Pages
- 158
- Publisher
- Bethany House
- Published
- 1993
- Type
- Fiction