What reading level is Melissa (The Girls)?

Melissa (The Girls) by Rosie Rushton is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Melissa (The Girls) appropriate for?

Melissa (The Girls) is recommended for Ages 13+. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Melissa (The Girls)?

Melissa (The Girls) is fiction — Adultery.

Does Melissa (The Girls) have any content warnings?

Melissa (The Girls) has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Melissa (The Girls)?

Melissa (The Girls) by Rosie Rushton is 176 pages.

Melissa (The Girls)

Rosie Rushton

Melissa (The Girls)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rosie Rushton

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 13+ Matched

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

The crisp country air smells different from the city, and the sound of church bells rings through Melissa's new neighborhood. Everything feels strange and new, from the quiet school halls to her father’s sudden changes at home. Growing up is supposed to be slow, but for Melissa, it’s speeding up in ways she never expected.

Themes

Coming of Age Family Friendship

Quick Assessment

Melissa faces significant changes as her mother becomes a vicar and the family relocates to the countryside, leading to challenges adapting to a new school environment. Concurrently, family dynamics become strained due to her father’s disruptive behavior, prompting Melissa to mature quickly. Suitable for teens aged 13-18, this story sensitively explores themes of family change and personal growth.