Resolution
Robert B. Parker
Resolution
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Robert B. Parker
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.
Themes
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 — PhysicalHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
Was our "Intense" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780399155048
- Pages
- 320
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- June 3, 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 46,236
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 8m
- Text Density
- Light Text