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Jonathan Mary-Todd

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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jonathan Mary-Todd

After the Dust Settled

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

After a sudden attack sends Malik and the Captain crashing into the wilds of Kentucky, they must rely on their wits to evade relentless hunters who see tracking down the vulnerable as their grim mission. Facing a dangerous world where survival is a fight, the duo embarks on a tense adventure filled with suspense and courage.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, realistic violence, survival. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Physical Danger Realistic Violence Survival
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

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13,564 words
1h 30m read-aloud
ISBN
9780761383291
Publisher
Darby Creek (Tm)
Published
2012
Type
Fiction
Word Count
13,564
Read-Aloud
~1h 30m

Genres

Subjects

Science FictionSurvivalHuntingHunting StoriesKentucky

Places

Kentucky