What reading level is The rest is silence?

The rest is silence by Carla Guelfenbein is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The rest is silence appropriate for?

The rest is silence is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Loss & Grief, Children of suicide victims, Alienation (Social psychology).

What genre is The rest is silence?

The rest is silence is fiction — Fiction.

Does The rest is silence have any content warnings?

The rest is silence has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Loss & Grief, Children of suicide victims, Alienation (Social psychology). On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The rest is silence?

The rest is silence by Carla Guelfenbein is 262 pages.

The rest is silence

Carla Guelfenbein

The rest is silence

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carla Guelfenbein

Reading Level 6 Moderate (Lvl 3) 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

The sharp crack of silence fills the room, thick and heavy like the scent of old paper and forgotten memories. Behind closed doors, whispers of family secrets swirl, pulling at the edges of a child's heart. What happens when the quiet hides more than just words?

Themes

FamilySecretsChildren of suicide victimsAlienationComing of AgeFiction

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores the emotional landscape of a family grappling with deep, untold secrets and the impact of suicide on children. Suitable for ages 9-12, it sensitively addresses themes of alienation and grief, offering a moving yet suspenseful narrative. Parents should be aware of the mature topics of loss and family complexity portrayed in a thoughtful way.