With extreme prejudice
Berkely Mather
With extreme prejudice
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Berkely Mather
The text is written at a 7th 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
What if a young British agent had to chase down mysterious villains from all over the world? Imagine sneaking through secret places like the Suez Canal and Cyprus, trying to stop dangerous plans. But what happens when the enemies are closer than you think?
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel follows British agent Feltham as he navigates international intrigue involving groups like the Symbionese Liberation Army, IRA, and Palestine Liberation Front. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes themes of espionage and global conflict but presents them at a level appropriate for middle-grade readers. Parents should note the book features mild peril and complex geopolitical elements that might prompt questions.
Why we rated With extreme prejudice 12MP
With extreme prejudice is written at a Level 7 reading level across 325 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, With extreme prejudice works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate With extreme prejudice as 12MP ("Moderate — Physical") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from physical peril, social complexity, thematic difficulty — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, With extreme prejudice explores adventure, mystery, espionage, and international intrigue — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about adventure, mystery, espionage.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12MP — Moderate — PhysicalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0684146282
- Pages
- 325
- Publisher
- Scribner Book Company
- Published
- 1975
- Type
- Fiction