What reading level is My Life As a Diamond?

My Life As a Diamond by Jenny Manzer is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is My Life As a Diamond appropriate for?

My Life As a Diamond is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is My Life As a Diamond?

My Life As a Diamond is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does My Life As a Diamond have any content warnings?

My Life As a Diamond 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 My Life As a Diamond?

My Life As a Diamond by Jenny Manzer is 135 pages.

My Life As a Diamond

Jenny Manzer

My Life As a Diamond

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Jenny Manzer

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

The crack of the bat, the sharp scent of fresh-cut grass, and the thrill of the game fill the air. Caz’s fastball is unstoppable, and the baseball field feels like home — but there’s a secret he’s holding close, one that could change everything with just one pitch. How will his new team react when the truth comes out?

Themes

Sports Friendship Identity & Self-Discovery Coming of Age Family

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows ten-year-old Caspar 'Caz' Cadman, a talented baseball player navigating a big move and the challenges of living authentically as a transgender boy. The story explores themes of identity, friendship, and courage in the face of adversity, making it suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should be aware the book sensitively addresses gender identity and the social dynamics around acceptance.