The boyfriend list
E. Lockhart
The boyfriend list
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
(15 Guys, 11 Shrink Appointments, 4 Ceramic Frogs, and Me, Ruby Oliver)
by E. Lockhart
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Ruby Oliver is juggling the chaos of heartbreak, fading friendships, and family drama, all while trying to make sense of her own feelings. As she navigates the ups and downs of high school life, Ruby learns what it truly means to grow up and face her fears. Her story captures the messy, real moments of being a teenager trying to find her place.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: anxiety, emotional: divorce & family change, emotional: friendship issues. Written for readers ages 13+.
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
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0385732066
- Pages
- 229
- Publisher
- Delacorte Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2005
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 49,684
- Read-Aloud
- ~5h 31m
- Text Density
- Standard