Some kind of normal
Juliana Stone
Some kind of normal
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Juliana Stone
The text is written at a 7th 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
Trevor was the star of the band and the football field—until a car crash changed everything. Now, with no music, no games, and a mountain of finals to face, his world feels shattered. But when Everly, the pastor's perfect daughter with a secret of her own, becomes his tutor, their unlikely friendship might just be the key to finding a new kind of normal.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade novel explores the challenges of sudden life changes through the eyes of two teens dealing with loss, family secrets, and the pressure to meet expectations. Suitable for ages 9-12, it handles sensitive topics such as illness, family dysfunction, and personal identity with care and age-appropriate language. Parents should be aware it touches on themes including accident recovery, grief, and family tensions.
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
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781402291500
- Pages
- 311
- Publisher
- Sourcebooks Fire
- Published
- 2015
- Type
- Fiction