Something to live for

Lissa Halls Johnson

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Something to live for

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lissa Halls Johnson

Reading Level 4-5 9IE Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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

What happens when your biggest dream feels out of reach? Kerry and Justine shared a bond through music and faith, but moving far away puts everything to the test. Will their friendship survive the toughest challenge yet?

Themes

FriendshipComing of AgeChristian LifeMusicMental Health

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship, faith, and the serious issue of suicide, following Kerry and Justine as they face separation and disappointment. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses emotional struggles within a Christian life context, making it important for parents to be aware of its mature themes.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9IE — Intense — Emotional
Emotional
Intense
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Suicide
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

190 pages
ISBN
0800752287
Pages
190
Publisher
Fleming H. Revell Company
Published
1986
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

SuicideFriendshipSingersChristian Life