The Green Road

Anne Enright

Cover of The Green Road

The Green Road

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

a novel

by Anne Enright

Reading Level 7 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

We may earn a commission from these links. Bookshop.org supports independent bookstores with every purchase.

About This Book

The salty breeze from the sea drifts through the windows of the Green Road house, carrying whispers of laughter and secrets. Inside, a family’s stories unfold, tangled with joy and unspoken feelings, as each member faces the ties that bind them. What will happen when they all come home again?

Themes

FamilyInterpersonal RelationsComing of Age

Quick Assessment

The Green Road explores the complex relationships within a family as adult children return to their childhood home, confronting past hurts and future hopes. Suitable for ages 9-12, this middle-grade novel offers a thoughtful look at family dynamics and personal growth. Parents should note its mature themes about family life and interpersonal challenges.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

Similar Books

Based on content and theme analysis

See all books like this →

Details

Book Length

309 pages
ISBN
9780393248210
Pages
309
Publisher
W. W. Norton
Published
2015
Type
Fiction

Genres

Adult children

Subjects

FamiliesAdult ChildrenFamily LifeInterpersonal RelationsHouse SellingMother and ChildChristmasFamilesDomestic FictionIrelandVoyages and Travels

Places

Ireland