Perestroika Christi
John Hands
Perestroika Christi
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by John Hands
The text is written at a 8th 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
The cold wind whistles through crumbling buildings as shadows flicker under the fading Iron Curtain. Secrets whispered by the Virgin Mary to three Russian children hold the fate of the world in their hands. Now, an American priest faces a dangerous battle against unseen forces that could change everything forever.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Set against the backdrop of the Soviet Union's collapse, this middle-grade fiction explores themes of faith, espionage, and good versus evil. The story follows an American priest caught in a tense struggle involving the KGB and supernatural threats. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it includes complex themes that may prompt discussions about history, spirituality, and courage.
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
3/10A 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
- 9780061007286
- Pages
- 476
- Publisher
- HarperPrism
- Published
- 1994
- Type
- Fiction