What reading level is Hidden Secrets?

Hidden Secrets by Audrey Barcus is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Hidden Secrets appropriate for?

Hidden Secrets is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Hidden Secrets?

Hidden Secrets is fiction — Missing persons.

Does Hidden Secrets have any content warnings?

Hidden Secrets has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Hidden Secrets?

Hidden Secrets by Audrey Barcus is 124 pages.

Hidden Secrets

Audrey Barcus

Hidden Secrets

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Audrey Barcus

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The sharp scent of rain-soaked pavement fills the air as Allie clutches a worn photograph, her heart pounding with every whispered rumor in town. The cold wind carries secrets, and Allie knows the truth about her missing mother is buried somewhere beneath the quiet streets. But what will she find when she dares to uncover the hidden secrets?

Themes

Family Mystery Coming of AgeLoss & Grief

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Allie, a young girl grappling with the loss of her brother and the mysterious disappearance of her mother. It sensitively explores themes of grief, resilience, and family bonds while maintaining an age-appropriate tone for readers aged 9 to 12. Parents should be aware that the story touches on loss and mystery but handles these topics thoughtfully.