Unnatural deeds

Cyn Balog

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Unnatural deeds

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Cyn Balog

Reading Level 3-4 8ME Ages 5-8 Heads Up

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for younger children (ages 5–8), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

The rustle of pages and the soft thud of footsteps fill the quiet hallways where Victoria feels most alone. Her heart races as a new boy arrives, shining bright like a secret star in the dark. Suddenly, everything feels different—and Victoria isn’t sure if she’s ready for what’s coming next.

Themes

FriendshipComing of AgeFamilyJuvenile FictionSecrecyInterpersonal Relationships

Quick Assessment

This story follows Victoria Zell, a high school student managing anxiety and navigating complex relationships, including those with her agoraphobic boyfriend and a captivating new classmate. Suitable for early readers around ages 5-8, it sensitively explores themes of interpersonal dynamics and secrecy. Parents should note the portrayal of anxiety and social challenges, presented with care for young audiences.

For Parents

Content Intensity

8ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Clear
Social
Light
Thematic
Light

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: high

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

274 pages
ISBN
9781492635796
Pages
274
Publisher
Sourcebooks Fire
Published
2016
Type
Fiction
Lexile
630L

Genres

Subjects

High School StudentsTrianglesSecrecyBasketball