It's a wonderful death
Sarah J. Schmitt
It's a wonderful death
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Sarah J. Schmitt
The text is written at a 1st grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
What would you do if you found out your soul was accidentally taken by the Grim Reaper? Seventeen-year-old RJ has to replay moments from her life to prove she's worthy of coming back to Earth. But changing the past might change her future in ways she never imagined—can she fix her mistakes before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This novel follows a sharp-tongued teenager who, after an accidental trip to the afterlife, must revisit key moments in her life to earn a second chance. The story explores themes of bullying, death, and self-discovery with humor and emotional depth. Suitable for older readers around age 12 and up due to mature themes involving death and social challenges.
For Parents
Content Intensity
6ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781634501736
- Pages
- 311
- Publisher
- Sky Pony
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction