Shadow Ride

Tamara Williams

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Shadow Ride

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Tamara Williams

Sports Stories

Reading Level 6-7 Gentle (Lvl 1) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

Bronwen shines in horsemanship, mastering every skill with grace, but inside she feels shy and unsure, struggling to connect with others. As she pushes herself to reach new heights, she learns to embrace her true self and find confidence beyond the riding arena. This journey shows how courage and friendship can grow even in the quietest hearts.

Themes

Sports & RecreationHorsemanshipFriendshipComing of AgeFamily

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with gentle content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. Content themes include fear & anxiety, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
5
Emotional Weight
2
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

96 pages
27,072 words
3h 0m read-aloud
ISBN
1550286846
Pages
96
Publisher
James Lorimer & Company
Published
January 1, 1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
27,072
Read-Aloud
~3h 0m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Sports & RecreationHorsemanshipEventingSuccess31632632869MiscellaneousRecreationOutdoors