The reunion
Curt Autry
The reunion
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Curt Autry
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
There’s a secret hidden in a quiet town in North Carolina, where nine old friends meet after many years. They think it’s just a reunion, but someone has other plans that could change everything. And that’s only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade historical fiction novel follows nine surviving members of a World War II U-boat crew as they reunite in North Carolina for their 60th anniversary. The story introduces suspense and themes of friendship and history, with some mild peril suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should be aware that the book involves a plot of targeted danger but handles it in an age-appropriate manner.
For Parents
Content Intensity
11MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781590580196
- Pages
- 279
- Publisher
- Poisoned Pen Press
- Published
- 2002
- Type
- Fiction