Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Upper Grades (UG 9-12)
Book Level
4.5
Points
8.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
57847
Points per Word
0.000138
Page Count
243
Points per Page
0.032922
Description
"Rainbow Road" follows three gay friends Jason Carrillo, Kyle Meeks, and Nelson as they drive across the United States during the summer after high school graduation. Jason, who lost his basketball scholarship after coming out to his team, has been invited to speak at the opening of a gay and lesbian high school. The story explores their experiences visiting various communities and the challenges they face in their relationships during their two-week road trip. Kyle, who is headed to Princeton in the fall, accompanies Jason on this journey while navigating their romantic relationship.