The Prime Minister's Brain (Eagle Books)

Gillian Cross

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The Prime Minister's Brain (Eagle Books)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gillian Cross

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Dinah Hunter stares wide-eyed at the glowing screen, fingers flying as The Octopus Dare pulls her deeper inside. Suddenly, she blanks—who is she? Lloyd and Harvey leap into action, racing against time to rescue Dinah, the Prime Minister's brain, and maybe the whole world from the Demon Headmaster’s latest scheme.

Themes

AdventureComputer GamesFriendship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction novel follows a group of friends who must rescue Dinah after she becomes trapped in an intense computer game. The story combines elements of adventure and mild suspense suitable for ages 9-12, with themes involving friendship, teamwork, and overcoming challenges. There is some mild peril related to the villain's schemes, but nothing too intense for this age group.

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
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

192 pages
ISBN
9780192714893
Pages
192
Publisher
Oxford University Press, USA
Published
June 25, 1987
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

English Literature: Essays, Letters & Other Non-fiction Prose WorksEnglish Literature: Literary CriticismComputer GamesComputersAdventure and AdventuresGamesSchoolsScience FictionPolitical Crimes and Offenses