Goodbye to yesterday.
Arlene Hale
Goodbye to yesterday.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Arlene Hale
The text is written at a 7th 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 a lost letter hidden in a mountain of rare books could change everything Heather thought she knew about love and family? Imagine diving into a mysterious collection where secrets about two very different brothers—blond Lee and dark, intense Corman—wait to be uncovered. But what if finding that letter means facing feelings Heather thought she left behind forever?
Quick Assessment
Goodbye to Yesterday is a middle-grade fiction book about Heather Stevens, who is grappling with loss after her fiancé's death. As a library assistant, she is tasked with cataloging a rare book collection and finding a crucial, missing letter connected to two nephews, which leads her to confront her past and consider new possibilities. The story is appropriate for ages 9-12 and gently explores themes of grief, healing, and family secrets.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LE — Light — EmotionalLight 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
3/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0816161410
- Pages
- 348
- Publisher
- G. K. Hall
- Published
- 1973
- Type
- Fiction