Guilty Wives
by James Patterson, David Ellis
Little, Brown 2012
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 4.8 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include corruption and abuse of power
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Genre
Themes
- friendship and loyalty
- betrayal
- corruption and abuse of power
- injustice and wrongful accusation
- survival and resilience
- conspiracy
- female solidarity
- media and public perception
- privilege and consequence
About this book
Four best friends slip away to Monte Carlo for a decadent weekend, but a night of excess ends with Abbie Elliot and her friends arrested and accused of a shocking crime. Trapped in a ruthless justice system and targeted by powerful enemies, Abbie fights to uncover the conspiracy and clear their names before it destroys them.
Setting: Monte Carlo, Monaco; the French Riviera; a high-security French prison
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Guilty Wives right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Guilty Wives. The reading level is AR 4.8, 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 and loyalty, betrayal, corruption and abuse of power.
How long does it take to read Guilty Wives?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Guilty Wives takes around 9.9h to finish. The book has 89,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Guilty Wives have an AR quiz?
Yes — Guilty Wives has an AR quiz available, worth 13 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 Guilty Wives?
Guilty Wives has an AR reading level of 4.8, 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.