A Father's Promise
by Donna L. Hess
Reading Level 5-6 Intense (Lvl 4)
Ages 9-12
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Eleven-year-old Rudi’s world turns upside down when the Nazis invade Warsaw, forcing him to hide and face dangers because of his Polish and Jewish heritage. With only his father's promise to hold onto, Rudi discovers courage, faith, and resilience as he navigates the hardships of war. His journey teaches him the power of hope and trust in something greater than fear.
Representation & Themes
HistoricalWorld War IIFamilyFaithSurvivalComing of Age
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
War & Conflict Fear & Anxiety Loss & Grief Religious Themes Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 0890843791
- Pages
- 250
- Publisher
- Bob Jones University Press
- Published
- 1987
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 58,969
Genres
Juvenile Fiction
Subjects
World War, 1939-1945 -- Poland -- Juvenile fiction.World War, 1939-1945 -- Poland -- Fiction.Christian life -- Fiction.Juvenile fictionChristian lifeWorld War, 1939-1945Fiction
Places
Poland