What reading level is Jigsaw of Fire and Stars?

Jigsaw of Fire and Stars by Yaba Badoe is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Jigsaw of Fire and Stars appropriate for?

Jigsaw of Fire and Stars is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: People-Trafficking, Dark Themes.

What genre is Jigsaw of Fire and Stars?

Jigsaw of Fire and Stars is fiction.

Does Jigsaw of Fire and Stars have any content warnings?

Jigsaw of Fire and Stars has a HootRating of 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: People-Trafficking, Dark Themes. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Jigsaw of Fire and Stars?

Jigsaw of Fire and Stars by Yaba Badoe is 320 pages.

Jigsaw of Fire and Stars

Yaba Badoe

Jigsaw of Fire and Stars

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Yaba Badoe

Reading Level 7 12ME 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 has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The salty sea air mixes with the scent of ripe mangoes as Sante steps into the dazzling world of Mama Rose's circus. But beneath the bright lights and joyful sounds, whispers of the past swirl like a haunting melody on a bamboo flute. What secrets do the unquiet spirits hold, and can Sante bring their story to light?

Themes

AdventureAfrican FolkloreSurvival FamilyMagic Realism

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel blends adventure and African folklore with a powerful story about survival and resilience. It follows 14-year-old Sante, who was rescued from a shipwreck as a baby and now performs in a circus while confronting haunting memories connected to people-trafficking. The book contains some dark themes and emotional complexity suitable for ages 9-12, offering opportunities for meaningful discussions.