All the Forever Things
by Jolene Perry
Albert Whitman & Company 2017
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 4.6 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- betrayal
- grief and loss
- identity
- family
- first love
- resilience
- forgiveness
About this book
Gabriella has grown up around goodbyes in her family’s funeral home, but she’s certain her bond with Bree will last forever—until high school pressures and a new boyfriend wedge them apart. When Bree drifts toward the popular crowd, Gabe is left navigating grief, change, and who she is without her best friend. This contemporary YA explores friendship breakups with honesty, humor, and heart. Readers who like emotional, true-to-life stories about identity and second chances will be drawn in.
Setting: a contemporary small town centered on a family-run funeral home and high school life
Frequently Asked Questions
Is All the Forever Things right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for All the Forever Things. The reading level is AR 4.6, which is typical for 4th grade. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 14+ (9th–12th grade). Themes include friendship, betrayal, grief and loss.
How long does it take to read All the Forever Things?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, All the Forever Things takes around 8.3h to finish. The book has 75,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does All the Forever Things have an AR quiz?
Yes — All the Forever Things has an AR quiz available, worth 10 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is All the Forever Things?
All the Forever Things has an AR reading level of 4.6, which places it at a 4th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Upper Grades (9–12) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.