Your own worst enemy
Gordon Jack
Your own worst enemy
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gordon Jack
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
Stacey Wynn was sure she’d win the student council election—until a new girl and a chocolate milk crusader turned the whole school upside down. With wild campaigns, tricky friendships, and crazy protests, this election is anything but boring. Who will win the popular vote, and what will really matter in the end?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This humorous middle-grade novel explores the ups and downs of a high school election through the eyes of Stacey Wynn and her classmates. With themes of friendship, student government, and social media antics, it offers a satirical but lighthearted look at popularity and politics suitable for ages 9 to 12. Parents should note the book contains typical middle school drama and some mild language around political competition.
For Parents
Content Intensity
12LE — Light — EmotionalLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780062399427
- Pages
- 436
- Publisher
- HarperTeen
- Published
- 2018
- Type
- Fiction