Over the high side

Nicolas Freeling

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Over the high side

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nicolas Freeling

Reading Level 6 11MT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

What would you do if a simple street fight turned into a mystery no one could solve? Detective Piet Van der Valk steps into a world where danger and secrets hide behind every corner. Can he uncover the truth before it's too late?

Themes

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery features detective Piet Van der Valk as he investigates a complicated street stabbing case in the Netherlands. The story explores themes of violence and corruption in a subtle, age-appropriate way for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and complex social themes but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11MT — Moderate — Thematic
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Moderate

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
2
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

218 pages
ISBN
0140035990
Pages
218
Publisher
Penguin
Published
1975
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

PoliceNetherlands

Places

Netherlands