What reading level is The hunger?

The hunger by Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch is at a Level 6-7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades Plus readers (Ages 11+).

What age is The hunger appropriate for?

The hunger is recommended for Ages 11+. Content intensity: "Intense" (4/5). Content flags: Death & Grief, Eating Disorders, Historical Violence, Bullying, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is The hunger?

The hunger is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The hunger have any content warnings?

The hunger has a content intensity rating of "Intense" (4/5). Content flags include: Death & Grief, Eating Disorders, Historical Violence, Bullying, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The hunger?

The hunger by Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch is 184 pages (approximately 40,718 words).

The hunger

Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch

The hunger

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Marsha Forchuk Skrypuch

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 11+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Paula, a determined fifteen-year-old, strives for perfection in every part of her life, including her appearance. When a history assignment uncovers her grandmother's harrowing past during the Armenian massacres, Paula begins to see reflections of her own battle with eating disorders and the heavy weight of survival. This powerful story weaves past and present to explore resilience and identity.

Themes

Historical Family Identity & Self-Discovery SurvivalMental Health

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include death & grief, eating disorders, historical violence. Written for readers ages 11+.