Unhinged

S E Galley

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Unhinged

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by S E Galley

Reading Level 4-5 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12 Heads Up

The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

The sharp clang of lockers slamming echoes down the crowded hallway, mixing with whispers and uneasy silences. Inside, a young mind battles storms no one else can see, feeling like the world is tipping out of control. Can finding the right balance bring light back into the dark?

Themes

Mental HealthDepressionSubstance AbuseComing of AgeSocial Issues

Quick Assessment

Unhinged explores the challenges faced by adolescents struggling with undiagnosed mental health conditions, particularly bipolar disorder, during high school. It offers an insightful and compassionate look at mental illness, depression, and substance abuse, making it appropriate for readers aged 9-12 who can handle mature themes. Parents should note the book addresses suicide and mental health struggles sensitively, aiming to educate and potentially save lives.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Depression & Mental Illness Substance Abuse Suicide Risk
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
8
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

102 pages
ISBN
9780595469185
Pages
102
Publisher
iUniverse, Inc.
Published
September 3, 2007
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Fiction Dealing With Social IssuesSocial IssuesDepression & Mental IllnessDrugs, Alcohol, & Substance AbuseSocial SituationsDepression & Mental IllneDrugs, Alcohol, & Substan