What reading level is Rival?

Rival by Sara Bennett-Wealer is at a Level 4-5 reading level (Lexile 740L). Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Rival appropriate for?

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

Rival is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Rival have any content warnings?

Rival has a HootRating of 9ME (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 Rival?

Rival by Sara Bennett-Wealer is 340 pages.

Rival

Sara Bennett-Wealer

Rival

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sara Bennett-Wealer

Reading Level 4-5 9ME 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 sharp crack of laughter echoes down the school hallway, mixing with the buzz of whispered secrets. Two voices once inseparable now clash like thunder, each carrying a storm of feelings too heavy to ignore. What happens when the fiercest rival is the one who once held your heart?

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age FamilyMusicPopularitySchool Life

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship, rivalry, and self-discovery through the lens of two former best friends turned adversaries in a high school singing contest. Appropriate for ages 9-12, the story handles complex emotions like betrayal and forgiveness in a relatable way without intense or graphic content. It offers a thoughtful look at popularity dynamics and the challenges of growing up.