The Sweet, Terrible, Glorious Year I Truly, Completely Lost It

Lisa Shanahan

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The Sweet, Terrible, Glorious Year I Truly, Completely Lost It

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lisa Shanahan

Reading Level 4-5 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 11+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for older middle graders (ages 11+), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

At fourteen, Gemma Stone faces a whirlwind of feelings as her sister's wedding approaches. Juggling nerves over auditioning for the school play and unexpected friendships with a notorious classmate, she embarks on a journey of self-discovery and change. This story captures the ups and downs of growing up with humor and heart.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with mild content intensity. Content themes include emotional: identity & self-discovery, emotional: fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 11+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Emotional: Identity & Self-Discovery Emotional: Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
7
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
6

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Details

Book Length

304 pages
61,013 words
6h 47m read-aloud
ISBN
9780385735162
Pages
304
Publisher
Delacorte Books for Young Readers
Published
August 28, 2007
Type
Fiction
Word Count
61,013
Read-Aloud
~6h 47m
Text Density
Standard

Subjects

TheaterWeddingsFamily LifeSchoolsFamiliesTempest