You Took My Son

Gibbons, Alan

Cover of You Took My Son

You Took My Son

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gibbons, Alan

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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.

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

What if everything you thought you knew about your family was suddenly taken away? Imagine trying to piece together memories while uncovering secrets about danger and betrayal. How far would you go to protect the one you love?

Themes

FamilyThrillerMemory LossAdventure

Quick Assessment

You Took My Son is a middle-grade thriller that explores themes of memory loss, family bonds, and suspenseful danger surrounding arms dealing. Suitable for ages 9-12, it offers an engaging narrative with some intense moments, but handles mature themes thoughtfully. Parents should note the presence of thriller elements and complex family dynamics.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

Similar Books

Based on content and theme analysis

See all books like this →

Details

Book Length

208 pages
ISBN
9781780621807
Pages
208
Publisher
Indigo
Published
2015
Type
Fiction

Genres