Everybody's Daughter

Marsha Qualey

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Everybody's Daughter

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marsha Qualey

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

What if you had to choose between two friends who both want to be more than just friends? Imagine growing up in a cozy commune deep in the north woods of Minnesota, where every choice feels tied to who you are. How will Beamer figure out what really matters before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

Everybody's Daughter follows Beamer, a seventeen-year-old navigating her feelings for two boys while reflecting on her unique upbringing in a Minnesota commune. This middle-grade novel explores themes of identity and personal growth appropriate for ages 9-12. Parents should note the story thoughtfully addresses adolescent emotions within a gentle coming-of-age context.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

201 pages
ISBN
9781611877205
Pages
201
Publisher
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Published
2014
Type
Fiction

Genres

Communal living