The Ewings

John O'Hara

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The Ewings

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by John O'Hara

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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

There’s a secret hidden inside the walls of the Ewing family home, where whispers of change stir during a time of great war. As the world shifts around them, the Ewings face challenges that no one outside their circle can see—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

FamilyHistoricalAmerican Fiction

Quick Assessment

The Ewings explores the lives of a Middle West American family during the First World War, capturing their personal struggles and societal changes. Suitable for middle-grade readers, it gently introduces historical context and family dynamics without graphic content, making it appropriate for ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
5
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

310 pages
ISBN
039447404X
Pages
310
Publisher
Random House (NY)
Published
1972
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

American FictionLesbiansLawyers

Places

United States