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Resolution

Robert B. Parker

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Resolution

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert B. Parker

Reading Level 3-4 8IP Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

In a rugged Old-West town, Everett Hitch takes on the dangerous task of guarding a group of women in a saloon as tensions rise with a ruthless mine owner and a deadly hired gun. Loyalty and courage are tested when an old friend faces grave threats, and the harsh realities of frontier life come sharply into focus. This gripping story blends mystery and western adventure with moments of deep personal struggle.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include death, pet death, addiction. Written for readers ages 13+.

Why we rated Resolution 8IP

Resolution is written at a Level 3-4 reading level across 320 pages (approximately 46,236 words). Strong independent readers around grade 4.3 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Resolution works for readers up to grade 5.3.

Read aloud, Resolution runs about 5.1 hours — long enough to span several bedtime sessions.

We rate Resolution as 8IP ("Intense — Physical") because the content sits in the "Intense" range — intense conflict including peril, frightening scenes, or emotionally heavy themes. The strongest signals come from physical peril, social complexity — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.

Specific content flags noted by reviewers: Death, Pet Death, Addiction, Drug Use, Restraint, Hanging, Suicide Attempt, Physical Danger, Natural Bodies of Water.

Thematically, Resolution explores western, mystery, friendship, adventure, and survival — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

  • Children in the Ages 13+ range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
  • Readers who like a steady plot with enough momentum to keep pages turning.
  • Kids drawn to stories about western, mystery, friendship.

Maybe not for

  • ! Sensitive readers who get overwhelmed by intense conflict or scary scenes.
  • ! Children younger than 13+ — the content intensity is above what most younger kids can process comfortably.
  • ! Children currently coping with grief — the themes may hit close to home.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8IP — Intense — Physical
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Intense
Social
Intense
Thematic
Clear

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Death Pet Death Addiction Drug Use Restraint Hanging Suicide Attempt Physical Danger Natural Bodies of Water
Data confidence: standard

Was our "Intense" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

5/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

320 pages
46,236 words
5h 8m read-aloud
ISBN
9780399155048
Pages
320
Publisher
Penguin
Published
June 3, 2008
Type
Fiction
Word Count
46,236
Read-Aloud
~5h 8m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

WesternsMystery & DetectiveWesternMystery/Suspense