What reading level is Between?

Between by Jessica Warman is at a Level 3-4 reading level (Lexile 620L). Recommended for Lower Grades readers (Ages 5-8).

What age is Between appropriate for?

Between is recommended for Ages 5-8. HootRating: 8ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Between?

Between is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Between have any content warnings?

Between has a HootRating of 8ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Between?

Between by Jessica Warman is 454 pages.

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated September 7, 2026

Between

Jessica Warman

Between

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jessica Warman

Reading Level 3-4 8ME Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Seven people set sail on a mysterious night, but when morning comes, one is missing. This isn't just any story—it's a puzzle wrapped in a family secret that will keep you guessing. Why did someone disappear, and what will happen next?

Themes

Family Coming of Age MysteryFamily Problems

Quick Assessment

This early reader fiction explores themes of family and loss through a suspenseful story about seven people on a boat, where one goes missing overnight. Suitable for children ages 5-8, it gently introduces concepts of family challenges and coping with change in an accessible way. Parents should note the theme of death is presented in a sensitive, age-appropriate manner.

Why we rated Between 8ME

Between is written at a Level 3-4 reading level with a Lexile measure of 620L across 454 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 4.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Between works for readers up to grade 5.5.

We rate Between as 8ME ("Moderate — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from emotional weight — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.

No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.

Thematically, Between explores family, coming of age, mystery, and family problems — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 5-8 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
✓ Kids drawn to stories about family, coming of age, mystery.

Maybe not for

! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.