A teenager's journey
by Richard B. Pelzer
Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4)
Ages 13+
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
A young teen battles the lasting impact of a painful childhood marked by abuse and addiction. Amid these challenges, a chosen family steps in, providing a beacon of hope and support that guides him toward healing and strength. This powerful story reveals the resilience of the human spirit in the face of hardship.
Representation & Themes
Coming of AgeFamilySurvivalSocial Justice
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — Intense Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense
Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
Emotional: Loss & Grief Emotional: Family Change Emotional: Mental Health Social: Substance Use
Data confidence: standard
Details
- ISBN
- 044657970X
- Pages
- 215
- Published
- 2006
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Word Count
- 50,693
Genres
Biography & Autobiography
Subjects
Pelzer, Richard BAbused teenagers -- United States -- BiographyChildren of alcoholics -- United States -- BiographyTeenagers -- Substance use -- United States -- Case studies