The daredevil desperados of destiny

Nick Ward

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The daredevil desperados of destiny

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Nick Ward

Reading Level 4-5 9MP Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What if you joined a wild gang of daredevils on a mission to stop a notorious outlaw? Imagine facing gunfights, daring bank raids, and even a terrifying encounter with the Great Bird of Death. Can the Lariat Kid, Charlie Small, outsmart danger and save the day?

Themes

AdventureOutlawsJuvenile fictionFriendshipHeroism

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade adventure follows Charlie Small, who joins a gang determined to defeat a dangerous outlaw and his hired gunslingers. The story includes themes of bravery, friendship, and justice, with action-packed scenes involving gunfights and capture. Suitable for ages 9-12, parents should note mild peril and tense moments, but the book focuses on heroism and excitement.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

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
5
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

199 pages
ISBN
9780385751414
Pages
199
Publisher
David Fickling Books
Published
2009
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

OutlawsAdventure and AdventurersCharlie SmallAdventure StoriesWestern StoriesRobbers and OutlawsDiariesSpanish Language MaterialsNovela JuvenilHors-la-loiRomans, Nouvelles, Etc. Pour La JeunesseSmall, CharlieAventurasLadronesDiarios ÍntimosRelatos De AventuraCriminalsSpanish Language

Places

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