The sin eater
by Gary D. Schmidt
Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3)
Ages 13+
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.
Representation & Themes
Coming of AgeFamilyHistoricalFarm LifeSocial Justice
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
Details
- ISBN
- 0525675418
- Pages
- 184
- Published
- 1996
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 52,162
Genres
African Americans
Subjects
Grandparents -- FictionFarm life -- New Hampshire -- FictionDeath -- FictionNew Hampshire -- Fiction