Take the fall

Emily Hainsworth

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Take the fall

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Emily Hainsworth

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Sonia stumbles through the dark woods, heart pounding, as shadows shift around her. Suddenly, a scream pierces the night, then silence—only to find Gretchen gone, a chilling mystery left behind. Who attacked them, and can Sonia uncover the truth before it's too late?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery novel follows Sonia Feldman as she navigates the aftermath of her best friend's tragic murder in their small town. The story explores themes of grief, suspicion, and friendship, with some darker elements like violence and emotional distress suitable for readers aged 9 to 12 who can handle mature themes. Parents should note the presence of murder, emotional trauma, and complex social interactions.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Moderate
Social
Light
Thematic
Moderate

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

Content Flags

Murder Emotional Distress Mild Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

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
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
9
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

368 pages
ISBN
9780062094223
Pages
368
Publisher
Balzer + Bray
Published
2016
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

MurderSocial IssuesDeath & DyingLove & RomanceFantasy & MagicGriefHigh SchoolsSchoolsMystery and Detective Stories