The Boyfriend

Michael E. Reid

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The Boyfriend

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Michael E. Reid

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th 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

The air feels heavy with secrets, and shadows seem to whisper stories of love and loss. Imagine stepping into a world where every feeling is a powerful wave, carrying hope, pain, and the chance to start anew. What happens when the heart learns to protect itself and still dares to dream?

Themes

Human relationsInterpersonal relationsSupernaturalDeathFictionComing of AgeFamily

Quick Assessment

This collection of short stories, thoughts, and poems offers a reflective perspective on modern love, relationships, and personal growth. Geared toward older middle-grade readers, it explores complex emotional themes like trust, heartbreak, and self-discovery, providing thoughtful tools for navigating interpersonal challenges. Parents should note the mature subject matter related to relationships and emotional resilience.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

211 pages
ISBN
9789992017999
Pages
211
Publisher
Mango Media Inc.
Published
September 1991
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Human RelationsInterpersonal RelationsSupernaturalDeath