The sin eater

Gary D. Schmidt

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The sin eater

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

His Story

by Gary D. Schmidt

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Set in a harsh Vermont poor farm during the mid-19th century, Jip embarks on a journey of self-discovery as he uncovers the hidden truths about his mother and his own past. Amidst the challenges of farm life and loss, he learns what truly shapes his identity and destiny.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include death, poverty & hardship, loss & grief. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Death Poverty & Hardship Loss & Grief
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

7/10

Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
3
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

184 pages
52,162 words
5h 48m read-aloud
ISBN
0525675418
Pages
184
Publisher
Lodestar Books
Published
1996
Type
Fiction
Word Count
52,162
Read-Aloud
~5h 48m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

GrandparentsFarm LifeNew HampshireDeath