Pure Spring
Brian Doyle
Pure Spring
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Brian Doyle
The text is written at a 4th 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
Set in the vibrant streets of post-war Ottawa, a young boy discovers a place to belong while juggling the challenges of a secret job and the pains of a stolen love. As he navigates growing up, he learns about courage, loyalty, and the meaning of family. This heartfelt tale captures the struggles and hopes of youth in a changing world.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, family change, bullying. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
8/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780888997746
- Pages
- 174
- Publisher
- Groundwood Books
- Published
- March 20, 2007
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 30,349
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 22m
- Text Density
- Standard