The Girl the Sea Gave Back
Adrienne Young
The Girl the Sea Gave Back
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Novel
by Adrienne Young
The text is written at a 5th 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
Tova, found washed ashore as a child and marked by mysterious runes, holds the rare power to foresee the future through rune stones. Living among the wary Svell people, she must navigate shifting alliances and a brewing conflict that threatens to shatter the fragile peace between clans. As tensions rise, Tova’s choices will reshape her world and offer her the chance to reclaim a true home.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include fear & anxiety, war & conflict, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781250168481
- Pages
- 336
- Publisher
- Wednesday Books
- Published
- Sep 03, 2019
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 76,786
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 32m
- Text Density
- Standard