Lost at sea.

Kate William

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Lost at sea.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Kate William

Sweet Valley High

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 5th 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 school field trip to a remote island, twins Jessica and Elizabeth experience an unexpected storm that turns their adventure into a desperate fight for survival. When Jessica and her friend Winston vanish after their lifeboat overturns, a tense search begins to uncover the truth behind their disappearance. This gripping tale explores courage and hope amid the perils of the open sea.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, 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

Physical Danger Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

149 pages
28,007 words
3h 7m read-aloud
ISBN
9780553279702
Pages
149
Publisher
Sweet Valley
Published
1989
Type
Fiction
Word Count
28,007
Read-Aloud
~3h 7m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

School Field TripsHigh Schools