Pursuit Up North

Alan W. Freeland

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Pursuit Up North

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Alan W. Freeland

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Linus and Erik paddle furiously through the wild northern waters, heart pounding as shadows close in behind them. Every rustle in the trees could be the terrorists catching up—or a new danger lurking just ahead. Will they outsmart their pursuers or be trapped in the wilderness forever?

Themes

AdventureSurvivalFriendshipWildernessAction & Adventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade adventure follows two high school boys, Linus and Erik, as they navigate the challenges of wilderness survival while being chased by terrorists in Northern Minnesota. The story combines thrilling action with themes of ingenuity and resilience, suitable for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should note mild peril and tense situations, but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

120 pages
ISBN
9780595129010
Pages
120
Publisher
iUniverse
Published
September 1, 2000
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Adventure StoriesAction & AdventureMinnesotaTerrorists