What reading level is The silent?

The silent by Rebecca Kenney is at a Level 4-5 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is The silent appropriate for?

The silent is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: School Safety Concerns.

What genre is The silent?

The silent is fiction — Fiction.

Does The silent have any content warnings?

The silent has a HootRating of 9ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: School Safety Concerns. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is The silent?

The silent by Rebecca Kenney is 176 pages.

The silent

Rebecca Kenney

The silent

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Rebecca Kenney

Reading Level 4-5 9ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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 buzz of Nikki's phone breaks the quiet of the classroom, and suddenly everything feels different. There are whispers about strange emails, and shadows of worry creep through the halls. Nikki must listen closely — because the safety of her school depends on secrets only she can uncover.

Themes

Interpersonal RelationsSchool SafetyChristian LifeComing of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel follows 17-year-old Nikki as she navigates senior year challenges, including her parents' troubled marriage and choosing a Christian college. The story introduces a suspenseful subplot involving threatening emails sent to teachers, prompting Nikki to assist local police in identifying the sender. The book addresses themes of school safety and interpersonal relationships with sensitivity, suitable for readers around ages 9-12.