The summer I wasn't me
Jessica Verdi
The summer I wasn't me
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Jessica Verdi
The text is written at a 4th 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
Seventeen-year-old Lexi heads to New Horizons summer camp hoping to hide her true self and fit in by pretending to like boys. But as she tries to change who she is, she discovers that being honest about her feelings is more important than she thought. This heartfelt story explores the challenges of identity, family, and acceptance.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include identity & self-discovery, divorce & family change, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
6/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9781402277887
- Pages
- 342
- Publisher
- Sourcebooks Fire
- Published
- 2014
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 77,874
- Lexile
- 730L
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 39m
- Text Density
- Standard