What reading level is Very far from here?

Very far from here by Dennis Hamley is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Very far from here appropriate for?

Very far from here is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Very far from here?

Very far from here is fiction — Children's stories.

Does Very far from here have any content warnings?

Very far from here has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Very far from here?

Very far from here by Dennis Hamley is 188 pages.

Very far from here

Dennis Hamley

Very far from here

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dennis Hamley

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

Eddy and Jim stand at the edge of Harold's Bay, eyes glued to the football match while whispers of war float around them. Two mysterious strangers have appeared in their village, one with a locked cycle shop and a strange accent, the other sharing a chilling vision of betrayal and invasion. As tension tightens, are enemy spies lurking nearby—and can the boys uncover the truth before it’s too late?

Themes

Friendship Historical Adventure Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

Set in April 1914, this historical fiction follows two boys in a seaside village just before the outbreak of World War I. The story explores themes of suspicion, community, and the impact of war on families, suitable for middle grade readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the book touches on war-related fears and the presence of spies, but handles these themes with appropriate sensitivity for its age group.