Semiprecious
D. Anne Love
Semiprecious
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by D. Anne Love
The text is written at a 5th 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
As summer fades, Garnet eagerly anticipates the adventures of seventh grade alongside her radiant sister, Opal. But when their mother suddenly leaves for Nashville chasing a dream, Garnet and Opal are left to navigate a new life in Oklahoma on their own. Together, they discover the strength of sisterhood and learn to embrace their changing family and themselves during a challenging time.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include divorce & family change, loneliness, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
Was our "Moderate" content intensity rating accurate for this book?
Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A 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
- 0689856385
- Publisher
- Margaret K. McElderry Books
- Published
- 2006
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 62,694
- Read-Aloud
- ~6h 58m