What Age Is Where the Red Fern Grows Appropriate For?

Recommended Age:
9
+
Best for independent readers who enjoy heartfelt, character-driven stories about loyalty and growing up, and who are emotionally prepared for a deeply sad ending.

About the Book

In this second installment of a fantasy trilogy, the girl from the first book crosses into a new world where she meets a boy from our own reality who has come into possession of a knife capable of cutting doorways between dimensions. As the two join forces, the conflict over a mysterious cosmic substance deepens and the forces opposing them grow more dangerous.

Content Ratings

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No Romance
No romantic content.
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Moderate Themes
The death of beloved animals and the emotional devastation of loss are central and sustained; readers should expect to process significant grief.
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Mild Violence
Hunting scenes including animal death, and a traumatic climactic event involving a dog; depicted with emotional honesty rather than graphic detail.
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Author:
Wilson Rawls
Genre:
Adventure
Published:
1961
Page Count:
212
Where to Buy:
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Ages:
9
+

What Age Is Where the Red Fern Grows Appropriate For?

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