What reading level is Perfectionists?

Perfectionists by Sara Shepard is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Perfectionists appropriate for?

Perfectionists is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Perfectionists?

Perfectionists is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Perfectionists have any content warnings?

Perfectionists has a HootRating of 11ME (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 Perfectionists?

Perfectionists by Sara Shepard is 205 pages.

Perfectionists

Sara Shepard

Perfectionists

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sara Shepard

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

Here’s a secret: five girls who seem so different all share one thing—they all want to be perfect. They also share a secret plan to get rid of Nolan, the boy who hurt them all. But when Nolan is found dead just like they imagined, everything changes, and the real mystery is only beginning.

Themes

Mystery Friendship Coming of AgeBullying

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows five girls who bond over a common enemy and a secret plan that unexpectedly turns deadly. The story explores themes of friendship, trust, and the consequences of secrets, making it suitable for readers aged 9-12 who enjoy suspenseful stories. Parents should note the presence of themes like bullying and mild peril, though the content is handled with care for this age group.