Feral youth

Shaun David Hutchinson, Suzanne Young, Marieke Nijkamp, Robin Talley, Stephanie Kuehn, E. C. Myers, Tim Floreen, Alaya Dawn Johnson, Justina Ireland, Brandy Colbert

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Feral youth

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Shaun David Hutchinson, Suzanne Young, Marieke Nijkamp, Robin Talley, Stephanie Kuehn, E. C. Myers, Tim Floreen, Alaya Dawn Johnson, Justina Ireland, Brandy Colbert

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you and nine other teens were dropped into the wild with nothing but your wits to survive? Imagine testing your courage and teamwork in a three-day survival challenge where every decision could mean the difference between safety and danger. But when the wilderness turns unpredictable, will you make it out together or alone?

Quick Assessment

This young adult novel follows ten teenagers who must rely on their survival skills during a three-day wilderness test. The story explores themes of teamwork, resilience, and social dynamics under pressure, making it suitable for readers aged 13 and up. Parents should note the presence of action and adventure scenarios but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Light
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

320 pages
ISBN
9781481491112
Pages
320
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2017
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Action & AdventureSurvival StoriesYoung Adult FictionSocial ThemesDepressionSelf-Esteem & Self-RelianceSurvivalWilderness Areas