No Big Deal
Bethany Rutter
No Big Deal
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Bethany Rutter
The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Emily is confident, funny, and knows exactly who she is — a stylish seventeen-year-old who refuses to let anyone tell her she should change. When she meets Joe, her perfect crush, everything seems to fall into place, but soon Emily realizes that staying true to herself is the biggest challenge of all. This story shows why loving yourself matters, no matter what anyone else says.
Themes
Quick Assessment
No Big Deal is a young adult novel about a confident teenage girl, Emily, who embraces her body despite societal pressures to change. It addresses themes of self-esteem, body positivity, and the challenges of adolescence, making it suitable for readers aged 13 to 18. Parents should know the book explores issues like diet culture and relationship dynamics with sensitivity and humor.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12ME — Moderate — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781509870059
- Pages
- 320
- Publisher
- Macmillan Children's Books
- Published
- Aug 08, 2019
- Type
- Fiction