Shift
Em Bailey
Shift
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Em Bailey
The text is written at a 4th 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
Olive struggles with her mental health while navigating the complicated dynamics at school, especially when a mysterious new student arrives with a dark reputation. As her former best friend grows closer to this newcomer, Olive must decide who to trust and how to face her own fears. Secrets and uneasy alliances make every day unpredictable.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mental health, profanity. 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
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781606843581
- Publisher
- Egmont USA
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 73,170
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 8m