The summer of moonlight secrets

Danette Haworth

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The summer of moonlight secrets

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Danette Haworth

Reading Level 6 Gentle (Lvl 1) 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 gentle with no concerning themes.

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About This Book

The salty breeze carries whispers of secrets through the swaying palm trees at the old Florida hotel. Allie Jo’s summer takes a surprising turn when she hears footsteps behind the creaky porch and meets Chase, a boy with his own mysteries. Together, they uncover a hidden teenager whose story will change everything.

Quick Assessment

Set in the summer of 1988, this middle-grade novel follows Allie Jo, who spends her vacation at her family’s historic Florida hotel. She befriends Chase, a guest staying with his father, and they uncover a secret teenager hiding on the property. The story explores themes of friendship, family, and mystery, suitable for ages 9-12 with no intense content concerns.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 1 — Gentle
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No conflict beyond everyday childhood experiences. Safe for sensitive readers.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
2
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

273 pages
ISBN
9780545337922
Pages
273
Publisher
Scholastic, Inc.
Published
2011
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Interpersonal RelationsFamiliesHotels and MotelsSelkiesFamily LifeHotels, MotelsHotels

Places

Florida