The girl who invented romance
Caroline B. Cooney
The girl who invented romance
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Caroline B. Cooney
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
At sixteen, Kelly designs a board game to map out the secrets of romance, hoping to understand love through rules and strategies. But as she plays, she realizes that true love is unpredictable and can't be controlled by any game. Join Kelly as she explores the messy, wonderful world of feelings and relationships.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include romantic content. Written for readers ages 11+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 038590259X
- Pages
- 182
- Publisher
- Delacorte Books for Young Readers
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 39,722
- Read-Aloud
- ~4h 25m
- Text Density
- Standard