Wake
by Lisa McMann
Simon Pulse 2008
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Easy read — content targets 9th–12th grade
Reading level 4.7 (4th grade) but themes aimed at ages 14+
Themes include trauma and healing
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Genre
Themes
- identity
- secrets and trust
- power and responsibility
- fear vs. courage
- isolation and belonging
- romance
- supernatural abilities
- trauma and healing
About this book
Seventeen-year-old Janie Hannagan is involuntarily pulled into other people’s dreams—night after night, whether she wants to be or not. As the dreams grow darker, she struggles to keep her secret while navigating high school, a complicated new relationship, and the frightening possibilities of her strange ability. The story blends suspense, romance, and the supernatural in a fast, first-person voice. Ideal for teens who like edgy, paranormal tales with emotional stakes.
Setting: present-day suburban high school and the unsettling dreamscapes Janie is drawn into
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Wake right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Wake. 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 identity, secrets and trust, power and responsibility.
How long does it take to read Wake?
At a typical 4th grade reading pace, Wake takes around 5.5h to finish. The book has 49,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Wake have an AR quiz?
Yes — Wake has an AR quiz available, worth 8 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 Wake?
Wake 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.