Just Beyond

Nichole Matthews

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Just Beyond

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

the Horror at Happy Landings

by Nichole Matthews

Just Beyond; Just Beyond (ABDO Graphic)

Reading Level 2-3 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Heads Up Page-Turner

The text is written at a 2nd 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

During a family camping trip, Parker and Annie encounter mysterious creatures that invade their minds and try to control their actions. As eerie events unfold, the siblings must find a way to free themselves and protect their family from an unseen menace lurking just beyond the trees. Adventure and suspense build as they struggle to hold onto their own identities in the wild.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 2-3 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Mild Peril Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

8/10

High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
2
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
9
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

144 pages
5,954 words
40m read-aloud
ISBN
9781684155477
Pages
144
Publisher
Random House
Published
2020
Type
Fiction
Word Count
5,954
Read-Aloud
~40 min
Text Density
Picture-Heavy

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