Shifting
Bethany Wiggins
Shifting
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Bethany Wiggins
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Seventeen-year-old Maggie, who has lived in many foster homes, struggles to graduate high school while fighting to overcome her tough reputation. When mysterious and dangerous Navajo Skinwalkers threaten her community, Maggie must find strength she never knew she had. This gripping story blends real-life challenges with supernatural suspense.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include violence, sexual references, foster home care. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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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
- 9780802722805
- Pages
- 356
- Publisher
- Walker & Co.
- Published
- 2011
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 91,471
- Read-Aloud
- ~10h 10m
- Text Density
- Dense