Thunder at dawn
Alan Evans
Thunder at dawn
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Alan Evans
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 sea churns wildly as the old British warship creaks under enemy fire. Cannons thunder and the crew scrambles to keep their ship afloat against two fierce German destroyers. Suddenly, a chilling silence falls—what will happen next?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Set during World War I, this historical fiction novel follows an aging British warship caught in a tense battle against two German destroyers. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, the story explores themes of courage and conflict with moderate wartime action. Parents should note the presence of battle scenes and wartime peril, presented in a way appropriate for middle-grade readers.
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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0385142684
- Pages
- 215
- Publisher
- Doubleday Books
- Published
- 1979
- Type
- Fiction