Cover of War Brothers

War Brothers

by Sharon E. McKay

Reading Level 2-3 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+

The text is written at a 2nd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Two young boys are torn from their homes and forced into a brutal world where survival means becoming soldiers in a war they never started. Their friendship becomes a beacon of hope amid the darkness of violence and loss. This gripping tale reveals the harsh reality behind child soldiers and the courage it takes to hold on to humanity.

Representation & Themes

FriendshipWar & ConflictSurvivalSocial JusticeAfrica

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 Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

Details

ISBN
9781554514885
Pages
176
Published
2013
Type
Fiction
Word Count
7,984

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Children's fictionCartoons and comicsSoldiers, fictionAfrica, fictionFriendship, fictionKidnapping, fictionCourage, fiction