Last Kiss
Jon Ripslinger
Last Kiss
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jon Ripslinger
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
When Billy, a boy from a farm, faces heartbreak after Lisa, a girl from a wealthy family, ends their secret relationship, his world is shattered further when Lisa is found dead. With suspicion falling on him, Billy sets out to uncover the truth behind her mysterious death and clear his name. His journey reveals secrets and challenges that test his courage and determination.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: loss & grief, emotional: fear & anxiety, physical/safety: mild peril. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780738710723
- Pages
- 268
- Publisher
- Flux
- Published
- October 1, 2007
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 54,134
- Read-Aloud
- ~6h 1m
- Text Density
- Standard