Secret Lives (Point S.)

William Taylor

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Secret Lives (Point S.)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by William Taylor

Reading Level 4-5 9LE 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

What if two kids from totally different worlds found a secret connection that no one else could see? Beth is confident and mysterious, while Bruno is tough and full of surprises. When their hidden secrets start to unravel, will their bond be strong enough to face the truth?

Quick Assessment

Secret Lives is a middle-grade fiction book exploring the budding romance between two very different kids, Beth and Bruno, who each carry hidden struggles. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses themes of identity and emotional complexity without graphic content. Parents should be aware of some mild emotional intensity related to personal secrets and interpersonal challenges.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
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
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9780590554749
Pages
160
Publisher
Scholastic Point
Published
February 1994
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Teenage RomanceYoung Adult Fiction