I Was Jane Austen's Best Friend

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I Was Jane Austen's Best Friend

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

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Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Jenny steps into a swirl of swirling skirts and whispered secrets at Jane Austen’s lively home. Suddenly, a mysterious letter arrives that could change everything about the dance—and Jenny’s heart races as she wonders who it’s really from.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade historical fiction explores the life of a shy girl named Jenny who visits her cousin, Jane Austen, and discovers a world filled with social customs, romance, and friendship. Suitable for ages 9-12, it gently addresses themes of young love and social observation without intense content, offering an engaging glimpse into Regency-era society.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
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

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

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

342 pages
ISBN
9780230748897
Pages
342
Publisher
Macmillan Children's Books
Published
2010
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SubjectsBest FriendsCourtship