The war at home

Gail Stewart

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The war at home

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gail Stewart

War on Terrorism (Lucent); American War Library

Reading Level 9 Very Intense (Lvl 5) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 9th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.

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About This Book

Set against the tense backdrop of post-9/11 America, this gripping story explores how the War on Terror reshapes lives and challenges ideals. Through powerful characters facing trauma, addiction, and violence, the narrative reveals the personal costs of national security and the fight against fear. It offers a deep look at resilience amid political turmoil and emotional struggle.

Themes

War on TerrorismGovernment PolicyTrauma and RecoveryPolitical ConflictMental Health

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 9 book with very intense content intensity. Content themes include death of animal, domestic violence, gaslighting. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 5 — Very Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Graphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.

Content Flags

Death of Animal Domestic Violence Gaslighting Addiction Alcohol Abuse Torture Mutilation Eating Disorder Violent Mental Illness PTSD
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

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
8
Emotional Weight
10
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

112 pages
30,690 words
3h 25m read-aloud
ISBN
1590183304
Pages
112
Publisher
Lucent Books
Published
2004
Type
Nonfiction
Word Count
30,690
Read-Aloud
~3h 25m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001

Subjects

TerrorismGovernment PolicyUnited StatesWar on Terrorism, 2001-September 11 Terrorist Attacks, 2001