Deadly

Sara Shepard

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Deadly

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sara Shepard

Pretty Little Liars

Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Heads Up

The text is written at a 4th 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

Four high school seniors harbor dangerous secrets that could land them in serious trouble if exposed. As a mysterious figure known as 'A' tightens their grip, the girls face intense pressure and suspicion that threaten to shatter their lives. Twists and suspense keep the tension high as they struggle to protect themselves and uncover the truth.

Themes

Young Adult FictionFriendshipSecrecyHigh SchoolSuspenseMystery

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include stalking, secrecy, mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.

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

Stalking Secrecy Mild Peril Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Social: Bullying
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
8
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Details

Book Length

308 pages
65,781 words
7h 19m read-aloud
ISBN
9780062199744
Pages
308
Publisher
HarperTeen
Published
2013
Type
Fiction
Word Count
65,781
Lexile
650L
Read-Aloud
~7h 19m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Young Adult Fiction

Subjects

Young Adult FictionVendettaSecrecyStalkingHigh School GirlsFalse PersonationDetective and Mystery StoriesFemale FriendshipFriendshipFamily SecretsMurderHigh School StudentsInvestigationMystery FictionHigh SchoolsMystery and Detective StoriesConduct of LifeSchools