What reading level is Abby, my love?

Abby, my love by Hadley Irwin is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Abby, my love appropriate for?

Abby, my love is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags: Child Abuse, Incest.

What genre is Abby, my love?

Abby, my love is fiction — Fiction.

Does Abby, my love have any content warnings?

Abby, my love has a HootRating of 9IE (Intense — Emotional). Content flags include: Child Abuse, Incest. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Abby, my love?

Abby, my love by Hadley Irwin is 157 pages.

Abby, my love

Hadley Irwin

Abby, my love

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Hadley Irwin

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

The quiet rustle of leaves hides a secret too heavy for whispers. Abby’s heart pounds as she finally tells Chip the truth she’s carried alone for years. Their friendship faces a test that will change everything, but hope flickers in the shadows.

Themes

Friendship FamilyJuvenile Fiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade fiction addresses the difficult topic of child sexual abuse through the story of Abby, who confides in her close friend Chip about her trauma. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book sensitively explores themes of trust, courage, and seeking help. Parents should be aware that the story contains references to incest and abuse, handled with care but nonetheless serious in nature.