Self-Made Boys
Anna-Marie McLemore
Self-Made Boys
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Great Gatsby Remix
by Anna-Marie McLemore
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Nick, a Latinx transgender teen, stays true to himself amidst the glittering chaos of New York life. When he meets Jay, whose world is filled with lavish parties and big dreams, their unlikely friendship sparks hope and challenges expectations. Together, they navigate identity, ambition, and the complexities of growing up.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include racial discrimination, romantic content. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781250774934
- Pages
- 320
- Publisher
- Feiwel & Friends
- Published
- Sep 06, 2022
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 66,715
- Read-Aloud
- ~7h 25m
- Text Density
- Standard