Breaking rank
Kristen D. Randle
Breaking rank
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Kristen D. Randle
The text is written at a 4th 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
Casey is nervous when she has to tutor Thomas, known as Baby, a quiet member of a secretive gang called the Clan. As they grow closer, Baby starts to pull away from his brother and the gang that feels like family, while Casey begins to question everything she thought was safe. Their connection leads both teens to face tough decisions that will change their lives forever.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include bullying, fear & anxiety, identity & self-discovery. 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
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0688162436
- Pages
- 201
- Publisher
- HarperCollins
- Published
- 1999
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 52,911
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 53m
- Text Density
- Dense