What reading level is The Innocent Rebel?

The Innocent Rebel by J. E. Ribbey is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Innocent Rebel appropriate for?

The Innocent Rebel is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is The Innocent Rebel?

The Innocent Rebel is fiction — Fiction.

Does The Innocent Rebel have any content warnings?

The Innocent Rebel has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Innocent Rebel?

The Innocent Rebel by J. E. Ribbey is 269 pages.

The Innocent Rebel

J. E. Ribbey

The Innocent Rebel

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Young American Revolutionary War Adventure

by J. E. Ribbey

Reading Level 6 11ME 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 has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp crack of muskets fills the cool April night air as Mercy Young tiptoes through the dark woods. The smell of smoke and the distant rumble of cannons remind her that war has come to Lexington, and her papa is caught in its grip. With her mama gone and danger all around, Mercy and her brothers set out on a daring journey to Boston—filled with fear, hope, and the promise of family.

Themes

Historical Adventure Family Coming of Age Survival

Quick Assessment

Set during the early days of the American Revolutionary War, this historical fiction follows 12-year-old Mercy Young and her siblings as they embark on a brave mission to rescue their father from captivity. The story combines accurate historical details with themes of family, courage, and resilience, making it suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12. While it depicts warfare and peril, the content is handled in an age-appropriate manner with a focus on adventure and character growth.