Race (Golden Filly)

Lauraine Snelling

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Race (Golden Filly)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lauraine Snelling

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What would you do if the person you love most was very sick, and your biggest dream made your family upset? Tricia faces tough choices when her dad falls ill, and her mom worries about her racing horses. Can she find a way to believe in herself and trust in God through it all?

Quick Assessment

This young adult novel explores themes of faith, family challenges, and personal growth as Tricia navigates her father's serious illness and her mother's disapproval of her passion for horse racing. Suitable for readers aged 13-18, it incorporates Christian values and addresses emotional and family struggles in a sensitive manner. Parents should note the focus on illness and family conflict, though the story maintains a hopeful tone.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Clear

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

157 pages
ISBN
9780785797500
Pages
157
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Social SituationsReligiousChristianFamily ProblemsSocial IssuesChristian LifeHorse Racing