The fling

Julian F. Thompson

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The fling

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Julian F. Thompson

Reading Level 5-6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Three high school friends embark on a summer adventure when they are invited to stay with a wealthy neighbor, where their encounters with an enigmatic gardener lead to unexpected discoveries and shifts in their friendships.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with mild content intensity. No notable content concerns flagged. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
2
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

208 pages
52,638 words
5h 51m read-aloud
ISBN
0140375031
Pages
208
Publisher
Puffin Books
Published
May 1, 1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
52,638
Read-Aloud
~5h 51m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

Young AdultFriendshipMentally IllSuicide