Nothing but the truth
Emily Blake
Nothing but the truth
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Emily Blake
Little Secrets
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Alison faces the challenges that come after her mother's trial, while Chad embarks on a journey to rediscover his forgotten past. Meanwhile, Tom works hard to heal their friendships and reunite the group. Together, they navigate difficult emotions and find strength in each other.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780439867214
- Pages
- 220
- Publisher
- Scholastic Paperbacks
- Published
- 2008
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 33,773
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 45m
- Text Density
- Standard