What reading level is A house divided?

A house divided by Katherine Edwards is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is A house divided appropriate for?

A house divided is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags: Sexual Abuse, Family Trauma.

What genre is A house divided?

A house divided is nonfiction — Family & Relationships.

Does A house divided have any content warnings?

A house divided has a HootRating of 9IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags include: Sexual Abuse, Family Trauma. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is A house divided?

A house divided by Katherine Edwards is 139 pages.

A house divided

Katherine Edwards

A house divided

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Secret Betrayal--incest

by Katherine Edwards

Reading Level 4-5 9IE Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 4th 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

Some stories are harder to tell than others, but this one reveals the brave truth of a girl facing the hardest challenges at home. Her strength shines through the darkest moments, showing how courage can grow even in the toughest places. That courage changes everything.

Themes

Family Coming of Age Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel tackles difficult topics including sexual abuse and family trauma through the biography of a young girl overcoming these challenges. It is appropriate for ages 9 to 12 but contains mature themes that may require parental guidance and discussion. The story highlights resilience and the complex realities some children face.