Under Shifting Stars
Alexandra Latos
Under Shifting Stars
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Alexandra Latos
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
Audrey and Clare, twin sisters, struggle to find their way through the pain of losing their brother while facing challenges that test their bond. As they navigate difficult feelings and changing friendships, they confront issues like bullying and unfair treatment based on gender. Their journey highlights the complexities of growing up and standing up against prejudice.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include loss & grief, bullying, sexual prejudice. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
1/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
7/10Rich themes that spark meaningful family conversation. Great for book clubs and read-alouds.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780358067757
- Pages
- 272
- Publisher
- Houghton Mifflin Harcourt Publishing Company
- Published
- 2020
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 73,993
- Read-Aloud
- ~8h 13m
- Text Density
- Dense