The Order of Odd-Fish

James Kennedy

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The Order of Odd-Fish

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by James Kennedy

Reading Level 8 12LE Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

Jo isn’t your average thirteen-year-old—she’s at the center of a secret so bizarre that a mysterious colonel shows up just to keep her safe. When ordinary life flips upside down, Jo must navigate a whirlwind of odd characters and unexpected challenges, proving that even the strangest adventures can change everything. Why does Jo matter so much? Because sometimes, being different is the greatest power of all.

Quick Assessment

This humorous and imaginative young adult novel follows thirteen-year-old Jo as her life is disrupted by a mysterious protector and a series of odd events. Suitable for readers aged 13 to 18, the story blends fantasy with humor, exploring themes of identity and adventure in a lighthearted way. Parents should note that the book contains quirky, fantastical elements but is appropriate for middle to high school readers without intense content.

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

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
7
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

416 pages
ISBN
9780385905244
Pages
416
Publisher
Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Published
August 12, 2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Humorous StoriesYoung Adult FictionHumorAdventure and AdventurersAuntsFantasyAdventure Stories