Wild
Cheryl Strayed
Wild
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Cheryl Strayed
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
After losing her mother, a young woman embarks on a challenging solo hike along the Pacific Crest Trail, facing both the rugged wilderness and her own inner struggles. Along the way, she confronts painful memories and personal demons, discovering strength and healing in the vast landscapes. This powerful journey blends adventure with deep emotional growth.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include emotional: loss & grief, emotional: abuse, emotional: addiction. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780307592736
- Pages
- 315
- Publisher
- Alfred A. Knopf
- Published
- 2012
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 129,044
- Lexile
- 1020L
- Read-Aloud
- ~14h 20m
- Text Density
- Very Dense