What reading level is Sam?

Sam by Dustin Thao is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Sam appropriate for?

Sam is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety.

Sam is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Sam have any content warnings?

Sam has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Sam?

Sam by Dustin Thao is 238 pages.

Sam

Dustin Thao

Sam

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Dustin Thao

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) 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

The soft buzz of a phone ringing breaks the quiet, stirring memories that feel as real as the gentle touch of a summer breeze. Julie's heart races as she hears a voice she thought was gone forever — but this isn't just any call. It's a chance to hold on, even when everything has changed.

Themes

LoveLossFamily Coming of AgeEmotional Healing

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of love, loss, and grief through the story of Julie, a teenager coping with the death of her boyfriend Sam. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses the emotional impact of losing a loved one and the challenges of saying goodbye. Parents should be aware of the book's focus on bereavement and emotional healing.