Winter sisters
Robin Oliveira
Winter sisters
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Robin Oliveira
The text is written at a 8th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
Here's a secret: after a fierce snowstorm in Albany, two little girls disappear without a trace. Dr. Mary Sutter, a brave doctor and former Civil War surgeon, is determined to find them. But when a hidden truth comes out, it changes everything—and that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
Set in 1879 Albany, this middle-grade historical fiction follows Dr. Mary Sutter as she searches for two missing girls after a devastating snowstorm. The story explores themes of resilience, family secrets, and social challenges, with some mature content including loss and community conflict. Suitable for ages 9-12, it encourages empathy and historical understanding, though parents should be aware of emotional intensity related to missing children and family tensions.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
5/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780399564253
- Pages
- 409
- Publisher
- Penguin
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction