Dying to win
Patricia H. Rushford
Dying to win
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Patricia H. Rushford
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Sixteen-year-old Courtney, whose parent works at a pharmacy, finds herself in trouble, prompting Jennie to uncover secrets tangled in sports and drug use. As Jennie digs deeper, she faces challenges that test her courage and determination. This thrilling mystery mixes suspense with the reality of competition and choices.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include drug abuse, mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
6/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1556615590
- Pages
- 189
- Publisher
- Bethany House Publishers
- Published
- 1995
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 50,418
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 36m
- Text Density
- Dense