War game

Anthony Price

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War game

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Anthony Price

Reading Level 6 11MT 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

I’m going to tell you a secret: a pretend battle in the English countryside turns deadly real when a mysterious body is found in the river. Then, whispers of hidden treasure from long ago start to surface—but that’s only the beginning.

Themes

MysteryHistoricalAdventureIntelligence Service

Quick Assessment

Set in modern England, this middle-grade thriller blends historical mystery with espionage. When a Civil War reenactment ends with a real body discovered, the story unfolds into a complex puzzle involving secrets, treasure, and intelligence agents. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild suspense and historical references but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11MT — Moderate — Thematic
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Moderate

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

205 pages
ISBN
0385120567
Pages
205
Publisher
Published for the Crime Club by Doubleday
Published
1977
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Intelligence ServiceGreat BritainFiction in EnglishAudleyDavidLarge Type Books

Places

Great Britain