What reading level is Dark song?

Dark song by Gail Giles is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Dark song appropriate for?

Dark song is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Emotional: Betrayal & Family Change, Social: Criminal Activity.

What genre is Dark song?

Dark song is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Dark song have any content warnings?

Dark song has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Emotional: Betrayal & Family Change, Social: Criminal Activity. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Dark song?

Dark song by Gail Giles is 292 pages.

Dark song

Gail Giles

Dark song

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Gail Giles

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

The sharp scent of rain mixes with the cold metal of the city streets as Ames walks alone, heart pounding with secrets she can't share. Her world feels like it's cracking apart, every lie from her parents echoing louder than the last. Betrayal stings, and now she's caught in a dangerous game where trust is the hardest thing to find.

Themes

SecretsFamilyCrimeComing of AgeTrust

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of family secrets and the consequences of betrayal as fifteen-year-old Ames navigates difficult situations involving criminal elements. The story contains mature themes suitable for ages 9-12 but may prompt discussions about trust, family problems, and making risky choices. Parents should be aware of the emotional intensity related to family dynamics and involvement with dangerous characters.