Guilt trip

Stephen Schwandt

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Guilt trip

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Stephen Schwandt

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th 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

Eddie races through the dim backstage corridors, heart pounding as shadows flicker around him. Just when he thinks he’s safe, Angela grabs his arm with a look that chills him to the bone. What secret is hiding in the theater’s dark corners?

Themes

MysteryDetective StoriesComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Eddie, a high school junior, as he navigates anger and identity while getting caught up in a murder investigation involving a local theater troupe. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story contains suspense and explores themes of self-discovery and mystery without graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

184 pages
ISBN
0689315570
Pages
184
Publisher
Atheneum Books
Published
1990
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective Stories