Never Give Up (Star Power (Simon & Schuster))

Cathy Hapka

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Never Give Up (Star Power (Simon & Schuster))

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cathy Hapka

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The salty breeze of the ocean mixes with the hum of the crowd as Star Calloway spots a clue about her missing family. Every heartbeat echoes with hope and doubt while her manager insists she must stay on tour. Can Star hold onto her dreams and find her family at the same time?

Themes

Performing Arts - MusicFamilySocial SituationsFriendshipComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Star Calloway, a young musician on tour in Italy, who discovers new clues about her missing family in Florida. The story explores themes of perseverance, family bonds, and the challenges of balancing personal life with career aspirations. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains mild emotional tension but no intense content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Fear & Anxiety Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9781417632459
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
July 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Performing ArtsMusicSocial IssuesSocial Situations