The Sara Summer (Avon Camelot Books)
Mary Downing Hahn
The Sara Summer (Avon Camelot Books)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Mary Downing Hahn
The text is written at a 4th 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
What happens when someone who promises to help you find your voice ends up challenging you instead? Emily thinks Sara will make her stronger, but standing up to her might be harder than she expected. Can Emily find her own courage before it's too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This coming-of-age novel follows Emily as she learns assertiveness under the influence of the confident Sara. While Sara encourages Emily to speak up, their relationship becomes complicated when Emily must confront Sara’s domineering nature. Suitable for teens, the book explores themes of self-expression and personal boundaries.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 2 — MildLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780606081290
- Pages
- 135
- Publisher
- Turtleback
- Published
- July 1995
- Type
- Fiction