The dark game

Paul B. Janeczko

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The dark game

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

True Spy Stories

by Paul B. Janeczko

Reading Level 9-10 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Sweet Spot

The text is written at a 9th 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

Discover the thrilling world of American spies through exciting stories that span two hundred years. Meet courageous figures like Elizabeth Van Lew and the Choctaw code talkers as their secret missions unfold in history’s shadows. Each tale reveals clever tactics and daring adventures that shaped the nation.

Themes

EspionageAmerican HistoryAdventureHistorical

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 9-10 book with mild content intensity. It's a Sweet Spot read — challenging text with gentle themes, ideal for advanced or 2e readers. Content themes include mild peril, historical conflict. Written for readers ages 9-12.

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 Historical Conflict
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
8
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

248 pages
44,400 words
4h 56m read-aloud
ISBN
9780763629151
Pages
248
Publisher
Candlewick Press (MA)
Published
2010
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
44,400
Read-Aloud
~4h 56m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

Espionage, AmericanAnecdotesEspionageUnited StatesSpiesMilitary IntelligenceHistory, Military