The good fight

Anne Quirk

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The good fight

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anne Quirk

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Matched

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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Amid the turmoil of the American Revolution, fierce rivalries and personal struggles shape the path toward a new nation. Young readers will uncover the intense conflicts and complex relationships between the Founding Fathers as they fight for freedom and justice. This gripping tale reveals the human side of history, filled with courage, betrayal, and hope.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include death & grief, abandonment, physical danger. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Death & Grief Abandonment Physical Danger Emotional Abuse Forgiveness Gaslighting Stalking Substance Use Alcohol Abuse
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
7
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

130 pages
12,379 words
1h 23m read-aloud
ISBN
9781524700355
Pages
130
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published
2017
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
12,379
Read-Aloud
~1h 23m
Text Density
Light Text

Genres

Subjects

Politics and GovernmentFounding Fathers of the United States