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Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lisa McGee

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

The salty breeze carries the scent of fresh seafood and warm pastries from the bustling Nantucket harbor. Bright flags flutter above cobblestone streets where history and adventure wait around every corner. Feeling the island's heartbeat, you realize this is more than home — it's a place full of stories and surprises.

Themes

Action & AdventureHistoricalFamilyCulture

Quick Assessment

Set in 19th-century Nantucket, this middle-grade historical fiction weaves action and adventure with rich cultural traditions of the island. Suitable for ages 9-12, it includes vivid descriptions and authentic details about local celebrations and cuisine. Parents should note the historical setting may include period-specific language and themes but contains no intense content.

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

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

212 pages
ISBN
9780788747137
Pages
212
Publisher
Chronicle Books
Published
June 1998
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureHistoricalUnited States19th Century