What reading level is Used to be?

Used to be by Eileen Cook is at a Level 8 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Used to be appropriate for?

Used to be is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12LE (Light — Emotional).

What genre is Used to be?

Used to be is fiction — Juvenile Fiction.

Does Used to be have any content warnings?

Used to be has a HootRating of 12LE (Light — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Used to be?

Used to be by Eileen Cook is 521 pages.

Used to be

Eileen Cook

Used to be

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

The Education of Hailey Kendrick; Getting Revenge on Lauren Wood

by Eileen Cook

Reading Level 8 12LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

What if you had to keep up the perfect image all the time, but one angry moment changes everything? Imagine going back to school and seeing your old best friend, who you hurt badly years ago, now ready to get even. How will you face the past when secrets and friendships are on the line?

Themes

Friendship Coming of Age Family Humor Social JusticeBoarding Schools

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade novel explores themes of friendship, personal growth, and social challenges at a boarding school. It follows a high school senior who struggles with her identity after a conflict with her father and the return of a former best friend seeking revenge. Suitable for ages 9-12, it touches on complex social issues with humor and emotional depth.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12LE — Light — Emotional

Emotional

Light ←

Physical

Clear

Social

Light

Thematic

Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

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Details

Book Length

521 pages

ISBN: 9781442475144
Pages: 521
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2012
Type: Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Teenage GirlsHumorous StoriesBoarding SchoolsSocial IssuesFriendshipRevengeAdolescenceSelf-perceptionDatingHigh SchoolsSchoolsBest FriendsDating & Sex