Secret Lies P

Sarah Sargent

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Secret Lies P

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Sarah Sargent

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 faint scent of old photographs fills the air as Elvira gently turns each fragile page, her heart pounding with hope. She’s dreamed of the father she’s never met, painting him with colors of love and mystery. But when the truth unfolds, everything she believed begins to ripple, leaving her wondering who she really is.

Themes

FamilyComing of AgeMother-Daughter Relationship

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the complex emotions of a young girl, Elvira, as she confronts the reality about her absent father. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively handles themes of family, identity, and emotional discovery without graphic content. Parents can expect a thoughtful story about mother-daughter relationships and the challenges of uncovering family secrets.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

132 pages
ISBN
9780517569276
Pages
132
Publisher
Knopf Books for Young Readers
Published
May 11, 1988
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Family LifeNon-ClassifiableMothers and DaughtersParent and ChildVirginia