What reading level is Between here and forever?

Between here and forever by Elizabeth Scott is at a Level 4-5 reading level (Lexile 760L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Between here and forever appropriate for?

Between here and forever is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Between here and forever?

Between here and forever is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Between here and forever have any content warnings?

Between here and forever has a HootRating of 9ME (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 here and forever?

Between here and forever by Elizabeth Scott is 250 pages.

Reviewed by HootRated editorial · Last updated September 7, 2026

Between here and forever

Elizabeth Scott

Between here and forever

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Elizabeth Scott

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

This story proves that even when life turns dark, hope can shine through the cracks. A sister’s secret and a mysterious coma challenge everything you thought you knew about family and courage. What happens when the past won’t stay buried? That’s the heart of this unforgettable journey.

Themes

Coming of AgeSelf-PerceptionSistersSecretsFamily

Quick Assessment

Between Here and Forever is a middle-grade novel centered on themes of coming of age, family dynamics, and personal growth. The story explores complex emotional experiences such as secrets and coping with a sibling’s coma, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who can handle mature themes presented with sensitivity. Parents should note the emotional depth but can expect a thoughtful narrative that encourages empathy and resilience.

Why we rated Between here and forever 9ME

Between here and forever is written at a Level 4-5 reading level with a Lexile measure of 760L across 250 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 5.5 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, Between here and forever works for readers up to grade 6.5.

We rate Between here and forever as 9ME ("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 here and forever explores coming of age, self-perception, sisters, secrets, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers.

Good fit for

✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 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 coming of age, self-perception, sisters.

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.