Two Sides

Matthew K. Manning

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Two Sides

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Matthew K. Manning

EOD Soldiers

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Page-Turner

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Eli Recato, known as Bloodhound for his skill in detecting hidden dangers, faces a life-changing moment when an explosion puts him in peril. Caught between hope and hardship, he must navigate a challenge that feels as uncertain as the flip of a coin. This story explores courage and the tough choices soldiers face in the midst of war.

Themes

War & ConflictCourageComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include physical danger, war & conflict, emotional: fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Physical Danger War & Conflict Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

41 pages
1,031 words
7m read-aloud
ISBN
9781496531070
Pages
41
Publisher
Capstone
Published
2016
Type
Fiction
Word Count
1,031
Read-Aloud
~7 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

Genres

Subjects

WarCartoons and Comics