Cassandra Behind Closed Doors

Linda Sorpreso

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Cassandra Behind Closed Doors

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Teenager's Struggle into Adulthood

by Linda Sorpreso

Reading Level 8 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Cassandra's life feels like a storm she can't escape, trapped in a strict family and battling secrets no one knows. She's fighting hard against bullying, heartache, and a voice inside that pushes her toward dangerous choices. But what if the biggest challenge is yet to come?

Themes

FamilyBullyingMental HealthComing of AgeYoung Adult Fiction

Quick Assessment

This young adult novel explores the difficult realities faced by a thirteen-year-old girl navigating an abusive family environment, bullying, and an eating disorder. It candidly addresses themes of self-esteem, peer pressure, and trauma, making it suitable for mature teens. Parents should be aware of sensitive topics such as abuse and mental health struggles depicted in the story.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Bullying Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Mental Health Physical/Safety: Physical Danger Physical/Safety: Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

506 pages
ISBN
9780980619362
Pages
506
Publisher
Jojo Publishing
Published
2012
Type
Fiction

Genres

Rominelli, Cassandra (Fictitious character)

Subjects

Young Adult Fiction