Sign of the beast

Richard Forrest

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Sign of the beast

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Richard Forrest

Thumbprint Mysteries

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) 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

When a mysterious death in the forest hints at a bear attack, Diff James, a woodsman who doesn't speak, steps in to uncover the truth. His quiet strength and keen senses lead him deep into the wilderness to solve the chilling mystery. Adventure and suspense wait at every turn as Diff seeks justice in the wild.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

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
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

93 pages
25,187 words
2h 48m read-aloud
ISBN
0809206765
Pages
93
Publisher
NTC Business Books
Published
1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
25,187
Read-Aloud
~2h 48m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Detective and Mystery StoriesEnglish LanguageForeign SpeakersTextbooks for Foreign Speakers