The Allingham minibus.

Margery Allingham

Cover of The Allingham minibus.

The Allingham minibus.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Margery Allingham

Reading Level 6 11LT Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What happens when a clever detective stumbles upon secret messages and mysterious strangers? Albert Campion, a sharp and curious sleuth, dives into puzzling adventures that take him from quiet English villages to thrilling surprises. Can you guess what secrets lie behind the next clue?

Themes

MysteryAdventureDetective StoriesEnglish Literature

Quick Assessment

This collection features a series of engaging detective stories starring Albert Campion, a classic English sleuth. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book offers a mix of mystery and adventure with well-crafted plots that challenge young readers' critical thinking. The language is appropriate for middle-grade readers, with no intense content beyond mild suspense typical of detective fiction.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LT — Light — Thematic
Emotional
Clear
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

240 pages
ISBN
0688001785
Pages
240
Publisher
William Morrow
Published
1973
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Detective and Mystery Stories, EnglishCampion, AlbertEnglish Detective and Mystery StoriesShort StoriesAnthologiesSupernaturalGhostsAlbert CampionCampionAlbertEngland

People

Albert Campion (Fictitious character)

Places

England