Prince across the water
Jane Yolen
Prince across the water
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jane Yolen
Scottish Quartet
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
In 1745 Scotland, young Duncan, who battles seizures, yearns to join his clan in fighting for Bonnie Prince Charlie despite his father's orders to stay safe. When his uncle falls in battle, Duncan and his cousin Ewan bravely take up arms, facing the harsh and heartbreaking realities of war at Culloden. This gripping story reveals a boy's journey from innocence to courage amid the chaos of history.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include illness & injury, physical danger, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 13+.
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
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
8/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0399238972
- Pages
- 290
- Publisher
- Putnam Juvenile
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 75,875
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 26m
- Text Density
- Dense