What reading level is Second skin?

Second skin by Judith Graves is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Second skin appropriate for?

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

What genre is Second skin?

Second skin is fiction — Fantasy fiction.

Does Second skin have any content warnings?

Second skin 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 Second skin?

Second skin by Judith Graves is 270 pages.

Second skin

Judith Graves

Second skin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Judith Graves

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

Eryn isn’t just any new girl—she’s dangerous, even deadly, and Redgrave has never seen anything like her. When mysterious attacks happen and whispers point to the eerie Delacroix family, Eryn finds herself caught between fear, secrets, and a surprising connection. But trusting the wrong person could change everything forever.

Themes

TeenagersMonstersWerewolvesVampiresFriendship Romance Adventure

Quick Assessment

Second Skin is a middle-grade fantasy novel featuring supernatural themes like werewolves and vampires, centered around a new girl in town who holds dangerous secrets. Suitable for ages 9-12, it explores themes of trust, identity, and teenage relationships within a suspenseful, sometimes intense narrative. Parents should note the presence of mild peril and fantasy violence typical of the genre.