What reading level is The Secret Under My Skin?

The Secret Under My Skin by Janet Elizabeth McNaughton is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The Secret Under My Skin appropriate for?

The Secret Under My Skin is recommended for Ages 9-12. Content intensity: "Mild" (2/5). Content flags: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety.

What genre is The Secret Under My Skin?

The Secret Under My Skin is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does The Secret Under My Skin have any content warnings?

The Secret Under My Skin has a content intensity rating of "Mild" (2/5). Content flags include: Mild Peril, Fear & Anxiety. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The Secret Under My Skin?

The Secret Under My Skin by Janet Elizabeth McNaughton is 240 pages.

The Secret Under My Skin

Janet Elizabeth McNaughton

The Secret Under My Skin

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Janet Elizabeth McNaughton

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 sharp scent of metal and the hum of machines fill the air as the world outside crumbles under harsh skies. In a future where secrets lie buried deep beneath the surface, a courageous young woman feels a stirring inside her that leads to a truth no one expected. What hidden power will she find beneath her own skin?

Themes

Science & Nature Coming of Age Identity & Self-Discovery Adventure

Quick Assessment

Set in the year 2368, this middle-grade science fiction novel explores a dystopian future where environmental collapse and government control challenge human survival. It follows a brave young protagonist as she uncovers hidden truths about her world and herself, promoting themes of identity and resilience suitable for ages 9-12. Parents should note the story contains mild peril and complex societal issues presented in an age-appropriate way.