What reading level is The ledger.?

The ledger. by Dorothy Uhnak is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The ledger. appropriate for?

The ledger. is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Mild Peril, Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Social: Crime.

What genre is The ledger.?

The ledger. is fiction — Fiction.

Does The ledger. have any content warnings?

The ledger. has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Emotional: Fear & Anxiety, Social: Crime. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The ledger.?

The ledger. by Dorothy Uhnak is 224 pages.

The ledger.

Dorothy Uhnak

The ledger.

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Dorothy Uhnak

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Here’s a secret: Elena Vargas saw something no one else did during a scary mob shooting, but she won’t say a word. The police want her to help catch a dangerous gang leader, but Elena has her own reasons to stay silent. And that’s only the beginning of a twisting mystery full of secrets and surprises.

Themes

Mystery & DetectivePolice ProceduralWomen SleuthsAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows a police officer trying to solve a mob-related homicide with the help of a key witness who refuses to cooperate. The story involves themes of crime, loyalty, and courage, suitable for ages 9-12, though it includes some mature elements like violence and complex social dynamics. Parents should be aware of the darker themes related to crime and adult relationships, presented within a detective procedural framework.