What reading level is Dash and Lily's Book of Dares?

Dash and Lily's Book of Dares by David Levithan is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Dash and Lily's Book of Dares appropriate for?

Dash and Lily's Book of Dares is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Dash and Lily's Book of Dares?

Dash and Lily's Book of Dares is fiction — Young adult fiction.

Does Dash and Lily's Book of Dares have any content warnings?

Dash and Lily's Book of Dares has a HootRating of 12LE (Light — 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 Dash and Lily's Book of Dares?

Dash and Lily's Book of Dares by David Levithan is 309 pages.

Dash and Lily's Book of Dares

David Levithan

Dash and Lily's Book of Dares

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by David Levithan

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The crisp winter air smells like cinnamon and snow as the red notebook waits quietly on a bookstore shelf. Each page holds a new dare, daring the boldest hearts to step into a world of adventure across sparkling New York City. As Dash and Lily exchange secret challenges, their holiday magic grows — but will their daring dreams bring them together?

Themes

Friendship Family Romance AdventureHoliday

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Dash and Lily, who connect through a red notebook filled with dares around New York City during the holidays. The story explores themes of friendship, family relationships, and young romance in a festive setting. Appropriate for ages 9-12, it contains light romantic content and emphasizes creativity and connection.