Angels on the roof
Martha Moore
Angels on the roof
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Novel
by Martha Moore
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 mild with minimal sensitive material.
We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.
About This Book
Why does Shelby's mom keep packing up and moving them from place to place? After a year in the city and finally making a best friend, Shelby just wants to stay put. But when she uncovers hidden photos missing her dad's face, everything feels like a mystery waiting to be solved.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel follows fourteen-year-old Shelby as she navigates the instability caused by her mother's frequent moves and mysterious behavior. Set in Texas, the story explores themes of family secrets, identity, and the mother-daughter relationship with emotional depth appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents should note the book deals with family problems and some emotional tension but is suitable for middle-grade readers.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
Content Flags
Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
Similar Books
Based on content and theme analysis
Back Yard Angel
Judy Delton
Back Yard Angel
Judy Delton
Silent Angel
Melody Ravert
Silent Angel
Melody Ravert
From Heaven to Earth "Angel Eyes" (From Heaven to Earth) (From Heaven to Earth)
Miriam Hees
From Heaven to Earth "Angel Eyes" (From Heaven to Earth) (From Heaven to Earth)
Miriam Hees
Where Is Your Angel?¿
Chad Thompson
Where Is Your Angel?¿
Chad Thompson
The angel tales
Deneene Jo Florino
The angel tales
Deneene Jo Florino
Angel Square
Brian Doyle
Angel Square
Brian Doyle
Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 038532278X
- Pages
- 186
- Publisher
- Delacorte Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 1997
- Type
- Fiction