Missing You
by Harlan Coben
Orion 2014
Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 5.2 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include grief and unresolved trauma
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Genre
Themes
- deception and identity
- online predators and catfishing
- trust and betrayal
- grief and unresolved trauma
- second chances and lost love
- family secrets
- justice vs. revenge
- missing persons and survival
About this book
NYPD Detective Kat Donovan spots her ex-fiancé on an online dating site and reaches out, only to be drawn into a deadly scheme of catfishing, abduction, and murder that ties into her past and a far-reaching criminal conspiracy.
Setting: Contemporary New York City—primarily Manhattan and surrounding areas—with forays into the shadowy world of online dating and interstate criminal hideaways.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Missing You right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Missing You. The reading level is AR 5.2, 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 deception and identity, online predators and catfishing, trust and betrayal.
How long does it take to read Missing You?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Missing You takes around 11h to finish. The book has 108,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Missing You have an AR quiz?
Yes — Missing You has an AR quiz available, worth 16 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 Missing You?
Missing You has an AR reading level of 5.2, 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.