Bad
Francine Pascal
Bad
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Francine Pascal
Fearless
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Gaia lives fearlessly, with a rare condition that keeps her from feeling fear. When she finally reconnects with Sam, she begins to find a sense of calm and belonging she’s never known before.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: identity & self-discovery, emotional: fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0743412478
- Pages
- 215
- Publisher
- Simon Pulse
- Published
- 2001
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 40,701
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 31m
- Text Density
- Standard