Moon at Apogee
Evelyn Rota
Moon at Apogee
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Evelyn Rota
The text is written at a 6th 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
What if the secrets of your family were hidden deep in the woods and wrapped in the mysteries of a faraway island? Sixteen-year-old Edward Morgan’s quiet world shifts as he faces loss, new friends, and the shadows of a war that changes everything. Can he uncover the truth before it’s too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
Moon at Apogee follows sixteen-year-old Edward Morgan as he navigates family secrets, the impact of World War II, and personal growth. Set in historical Wales and Liverpool, this middle-grade novel explores themes of mental illness, social change, and resilience. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild references to death and wartime challenges but handles these topics with sensitivity.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780738864969
- Pages
- 248
- Publisher
- Xlibris Corporation
- Published
- October 2001
- Type
- Fiction