Scandals

Sasha Campbell

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Scandals

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sasha Campbell

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

Monica is a mom who takes a surprising job to keep her family safe, but keeping secrets is harder than she thought. Meanwhile, the fiercest dancer, Treasure, faces a big challenge when she must care for a child she never expected. Their stories collide in a world full of tough choices and unexpected love, where trust can change everything.

Themes

FamilyTrustUrban FictionComing of AgeSocial Challenges

Quick Assessment

Scandals is a middle-grade urban fiction novel exploring complex themes such as family struggles, trust, and unconventional jobs. It features a divorced single mother working as an exotic dancer and her friend dealing with family custody and legal challenges. While the book includes mature topics like adult relationships and custody battles, it is written for ages 9-12 and may require parental guidance due to its handling of sensitive subjects.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Divorce & Family Change Custody of Children Adult Relationships Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

294 pages
ISBN
9780758269423
Pages
294
Publisher
Dafina
Published
2012
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Urban FictionMan-woman RelationshipsStripteasersCustody of ChildrenSecrecyAfrican AmericansSingle Mothers