All the ugly and wonderful things
Bryn Greenwood
All the ugly and wonderful things
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Novel
by Bryn Greenwood
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 the night sky held a secret that could change everything? Eight-year-old Wavy, caring for her little brother, finds comfort among the stars until a sudden accident brings a new friend into her life—a tough motorcyclist with a surprising kindness. But can this unlikely bond survive the challenges of their harsh world?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel follows Wavy, a young girl struggling to care for her brother in a difficult environment marked by addiction and family dysfunction. The story explores complex themes such as responsibility, friendship, and resilience, featuring mature content including exposure to drug use and troubled relationships. Suitable for readers around ages 9-12, parents should be aware of the challenging subject matter portrayed.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781250074133
- Pages
- 346
- Publisher
- Macmillan
- Published
- 2016
- Type
- Fiction