What reading level is A Better World?

A Better World by Sarah Langan is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A Better World appropriate for?

A Better World is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Illness & Injury, Social Pressure.

What genre is A Better World?

A Better World is fiction — Fiction.

Does A Better World have any content warnings?

A Better World has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Illness & Injury, Social Pressure. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A Better World?

A Better World by Sarah Langan is 368 pages.

A Better World

Sarah Langan

A Better World

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Sarah Langan

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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 perfect town promised safety but hid dark secrets beneath its shiny surface? Dr. Linda Farmer and her family move to Plymouth Valley hoping for a fresh start, but when a mysterious woman named Gal does something shocking, everything changes. Can Linda uncover the truth before it's too late?

Themes

FamilyCommunityIdentity & Self-Discovery Social Justice Mystery

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Dr. Linda Farmer and her family as they relocate to an idyllic town with strict social rules and hidden dangers. The story explores themes of fitting in, community pressure, and moral choices, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the presence of complex social dynamics and some intense moments involving illness and a serious crisis.