None of the above
I. W. Gregorio
None of the above
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by I. W. Gregorio
The text is written at a 7th 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
Have you ever wondered what happens when everything you believe about yourself suddenly changes? Kristin Lattimer is a high school hurdler who just won homecoming queen and is ready for a big step with her boyfriend—until a shocking secret turns her world upside down. What does it really mean to be a girl, a boy, or something else entirely?
Themes
Quick Assessment
None of the Above tells the story of Kristin, a teenager who discovers she is intersex after a medical diagnosis disrupts her life. The novel sensitively explores themes of gender identity, self-discovery, and social challenges faced by middle-grade readers. Suitable for ages 9-12, it provides an important perspective on diversity and acceptance without graphic content.
Why we rated None of the above 12ME
None of the above is written at a Level 7 reading level across 328 pages. Strong independent readers around grade 8.0 can typically handle this book on their own; with parent or teacher support, None of the above works for readers up to grade 9.0.
We rate None of the above as 12ME ("Moderate — Emotional") because the content sits in the "Moderate" range — moderate conflict that may involve loss, scary scenes, or interpersonal stakes. The strongest signals come from emotional weight, social complexity — these are the dimensions parents should evaluate against their reader's tolerance.
No specific content flags were raised by community reviewers, which is consistent with the moderate intensity score.
Thematically, None of the above explores intersex representation, gender identity, friendship, coming of age, and family — these threads give the book room to mean different things to different readers. Each of these themes is concrete enough to seed a real conversation, not just a moral lesson.
Good fit for
- ✓ Children in the Ages 9-12 range — the maturity and attention span match the story's pacing.
- ✓ Patient readers who enjoy slower, character-driven stories.
- ✓ Readers ready to talk through themes after they finish — there's enough substance for a meaningful conversation.
- ✓ Kids drawn to stories about intersex representation, gender identity, friendship.
Maybe not for
- ! Readers who get easily upset by emotional or moderately dark scenes — the conflict here is real, not just background flavor.
- ! Reluctant readers who need a fast hook — the pacing here rewards patience.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12ME — Moderate — EmotionalReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780062335319
- Pages
- 328
- Publisher
- Balzer + Bray
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction