What reading level is The new girl?

The new girl by Cathy Cole is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The new girl appropriate for?

The new girl is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is The new girl?

The new girl is fiction — High school students.

Does The new girl have any content warnings?

The new girl has a HootRating of 11LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. 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 new girl?

The new girl by Cathy Cole is 210 pages.

The new girl

Cathy Cole

The new girl

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cathy Cole

Reading Level 6 11LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The salty breeze of Heartside Bay fills the air as Lila steps into her new school, her heart pounding with hope and nerves. The chatter of students buzzes around her, but all she can think about is Ollie—the coolest boy who's already caught the eye of the meanest girl, Eve. Can Lila find her place before the drama starts to swirl?

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age Family Romance Social Justice

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Lila Murray, a girl starting fresh at a new school in Heartside Bay after moving from London. It explores themes of friendship, teenage crushes, and the challenges of fitting in, suitable for readers aged 9-12. The story includes typical middle school social conflicts but contains no significant content warnings.