Reading Metrics
Grade Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Book Level
4.4
Points
11.0
Fiction/Nonfiction
Fiction
Word Count
74694
Points per Word
0.000147
Page Count
359
Points per Page
0.030641
Description
When her former best friend becomes popular and leaves her behind, sixth-grader Ruth prefers to spend her time alone, studying for the school spelling bee. Her solitude changes when she discovers a mysterious riddle hidden in an old book, leading her on an unexpected journey. The story explores themes of friendship, belonging, and self-discovery during the middle school years.