What reading level is Stranger?

Stranger by Caroline B. Cooney is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Stranger appropriate for?

Stranger is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril.

What genre is Stranger?

Stranger is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Stranger have any content warnings?

Stranger has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Mild Peril. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Stranger?

Stranger by Caroline B. Cooney is 164 pages.

Stranger

Caroline B. Cooney

Stranger

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Caroline B. Cooney

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) 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

Nicoletta spots Jethro across the crowded hallway, her heart pounding as he smiles at her. But just as she starts to believe he's like everyone else, something in his eyes shifts—a dark secret lurking beneath. What is Jethro hiding, and can Nicoletta trust him?

Themes

HorrorFriendship Coming of Age Mystery

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade horror novel follows Nicoletta, a young girl who becomes fascinated with Jethro, a boy harboring a dangerous secret. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, the story blends suspense and supernatural elements, exploring themes of trust and hidden identities. Parents should note mild horror elements that may be intense for sensitive readers.