What reading level is Waltzing the cat?

Waltzing the cat by Pam Houston is at a Level 5-6 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Waltzing the cat appropriate for?

Waltzing the cat is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Romantic Content.

What genre is Waltzing the cat?

Waltzing the cat is fiction — Fiction.

Does Waltzing the cat have any content warnings?

Waltzing the cat has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Physical Danger, Fear & Anxiety, Romantic Content. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Waltzing the cat?

Waltzing the cat by Pam Houston is 288 pages (approximately 75,084 words).

Waltzing the cat

Pam Houston

Waltzing the cat

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Pam Houston

Reading Level 5-6 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 5th 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

Follow Lucy O'Rourke, a daring photographer whose life is a wild mix of quirky family moments, thrilling outdoor escapades, and a colorful parade of unexpected romances. From white-water rafting mishaps to surprising encounters in far-flung places, Lucy navigates love and adventure with sharp humor and resilience. Her journey leads her to a small town where she discovers the deeper, quieter quests of the heart.

Themes

Adventure Romance Coming of Age Family Humor

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include physical danger, fear & anxiety, romantic content. Written for readers ages 13+.