Secrets of Stone Creek

Briana McDonald

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Secrets of Stone Creek

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Briana McDonald

Reading Level 8 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th 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 you found yourself the only one believing a mysterious woman had vanished? Imagine sneaking through the quiet streets of Stone Creek, with your brothers by your side, searching for clues no one else notices. But what if uncovering the truth puts you all in real danger?

Quick Assessment

Secrets of Stone Creek follows Finley, a middle-grade girl coping with loss and family neglect, who takes on the challenge of finding a missing woman in a small town. The story explores themes of friendship, bravery, and family dynamics, suitable for readers aged 9-12. Parents should note mild suspense and themes of emotional struggle appropriate for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

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
7
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

416 pages
ISBN
9781534498273
Pages
416
Publisher
Simon and Schuster
Published
2022
Type
Fiction

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