Good-bye tomorrow
Dell 1988
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 5.1 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- choices and consequences
- family dynamics
- identity and self-discovery
- grief and healing
- relationships
- pressure and expectations
- moral and ethical dilemmas
- resilience
About this book
A college-bound senior’s life is upended by a sudden, life-changing crisis that forces her to rethink everything she thought she knew about herself and her future. As pressure mounts from friends, family, and her community, she must sort through conflicting values and make decisions with real consequences. Thoughtful and relatable, this realistic story invites readers to consider empathy, responsibility, and personal convictions. Ideal for mature middle school and high school readers who enjoy timely, issue-driven fiction.
Setting: contemporary Southern California, late 1980s
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Good-bye tomorrow right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Good-bye tomorrow. The reading level is AR 5.1, which is typical for 5th 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 choices and consequences, family dynamics, identity and self-discovery.
How long does it take to read Good-bye tomorrow?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Good-bye tomorrow takes around 4.3h to finish. The book has 42,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Good-bye tomorrow have an AR quiz?
Yes — Good-bye tomorrow has an AR quiz available, worth 5 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 Good-bye tomorrow?
Good-bye tomorrow has an AR reading level of 5.1, which places it at a 5th 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.