The Ivy plot

Dayle Courtney

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The Ivy plot

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dayle Courtney

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) 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 would you do if you stumbled upon a secret Nazi group right in your own town? Sixteen-year-old twins Eric and Alison find themselves face-to-face with danger and mystery at their local university. Can Eric's strong faith guide him as he takes a risky step inside the hidden world?

Themes

FascismChristian LifeTwinsAdventureMystery

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction follows sixteen-year-old twins Eric and Alison as they uncover a secret Nazi organization at their local university. The story explores themes of fascism and Christian values while engaging readers in a suspenseful plot suitable for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note that the book deals with historical and political themes that may prompt discussions about morality and courage.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
ISBN
0872394697
Pages
192
Publisher
Standard Pub.
Published
1981
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

FascismChristian LifeTwins