Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF
Scholastic Inc. 2015
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 4.7 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- honesty and deception
- identity
- family struggles
- romance
- consequences
- forgiveness
- social status
About this book
Sonny Ardmore is a master at spinning stories—about her family, her home life, and where she sleeps each night. When a prank email to the new guy at school spirals into a full-on catfishing situation, Sonny has to juggle the lie while protecting her closest friendship. Set at Hamilton High, this companion to The DUFF blends sharp humor with real emotional stakes as Sonny confronts the truth about herself. Readers who enjoy contemporary high school drama and heartfelt friendship-and-romance arcs will be hooked.
Setting: Hamilton High, a contemporary suburban American high school
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF. The reading level is AR 4.7, 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, honesty and deception, identity.
How long does it take to read Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF takes around 8.8h to finish. The book has 79,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF have an AR quiz?
Yes — Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF has an AR quiz available, worth 11 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 Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF?
Lying Out Loud: A Companion to The DUFF has an AR reading level of 4.7, 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.