What reading level is The Queen of October?

The Queen of October by Shelley Fraser Mickle is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Queen of October appropriate for?

The Queen of October is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Divorce & Family Change, Loneliness.

What genre is The Queen of October?

The Queen of October is fiction — Fiction.

Does The Queen of October have any content warnings?

The Queen of October has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Divorce & Family Change, Loneliness. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Queen of October?

The Queen of October by Shelley Fraser Mickle is 301 pages.

The Queen of October

Shelley Fraser Mickle

The Queen of October

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A Novel

by Shelley Fraser Mickle

Reading Level 7 Mild (Lvl 2) 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.

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About This Book

Sally Maulden is the most 'boring' girl you could imagine, but what if being boring is exactly what makes her special? Sent to live with her grandparents in a tiny town, she discovers that love can come from the most surprising places—and that she might just be the queen of her own story. It matters because everyone deserves to feel seen and loved.

Themes

Family Coming of Age Friendship Multicultural

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows Sally, a young girl sent to live with her grandparents in Arkansas, where she navigates feelings of loneliness and self-doubt. The story explores themes of family, belonging, and the emotional challenges of custody and change, making it suitable for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the gentle handling of complex family dynamics and the positive message about love and acceptance.