Demon chick
Marilyn Kaye
Demon chick
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Marilyn Kaye
The text is written at a 6th 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 sharp scent of brimstone fills the air as Jessica steps into a world she never imagined—hell itself. Her mother has made a deal that changes everything, and now Jessica must face a demon named Brad in a neighborhood hotter than any summer day. With the weight of the world on her shoulders, can she find a way to turn the heat down before it’s too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Demon Chick is a middle-grade fiction novel that explores the complicated relationship between a girl and her ambitious mother, who has sold her daughter's soul to the devil. Set against a satirical backdrop of hell and politics, the story contains supernatural themes and mild peril but is suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note the book's imaginative take on moral dilemmas and its humorous yet thought-provoking tone.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780805088809
- Pages
- 215
- Publisher
- Henry Holt and Company (BYR)
- Published
- 2009
- Type
- Fiction