Romeo blue

Phoebe Stone

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Romeo blue

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Phoebe Stone

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Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th 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

In a small Maine town during World War II, Felicity cherishes her time with Derek, the foster child her family cares for. But when a stranger appears, claiming to be Derek’s real father, secrets begin to unravel, challenging Felicity’s trust and the meaning of family. Together, they navigate mystery and loyalty in a world changed by war.

Themes

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include family change, mild peril. Written for readers ages 9-12.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Family Change Mild Peril
Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
7
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

346 pages
77,033 words
8h 34m read-aloud
ISBN
9780545443609
Pages
346
Publisher
Arthur A. Levine Books
Published
2013
Type
Fiction
Word Count
77,033
Lexile
790L
Read-Aloud
~8h 34m
Text Density
Standard

Subjects

Foster ChildrenFamiliesFamily LifeEvacuation of CiviliansWorld War, 1939-1945IdentityWorld War1939-1945Great BritainMaineFamily

Places

Great BritainMaine