Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2)
by Ally Carter
Brilliance Audio Unabridged Lib Ed 2009
Easy read — content targets 6th grade and up
Reading level 5.1 (5th grade) but themes aimed at ages 11+
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Genre
Themes
- friendship
- trust and secrecy
- identity
- first love
- loyalty
- teamwork
- empowerment
- espionage
About this book
Back at the elite Gallagher Academy for Exceptional Young Women, Cammie Morgan is trying to have a normal semester—if normal means secret passageways, code names, and advanced spycraft. When a mysterious group of boys appears on campus, trust and loyalty are put to the test as Cammie and her friends juggle missions, classes, and a budding romance. Fast-paced action, humor, and clever twists keep readers turning pages. Perfect for middle school and early high school readers who like boarding school adventures with a spy twist.
Setting: a top-secret girls’ spy academy in contemporary Virginia and Washington, D.C.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2) right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2). The reading level is AR 5.1, which is typical for 5th grade. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 11+ (6th grade and up). Themes include friendship, trust and secrecy, identity.
How long does it take to read Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2)?
At a typical 5th grade reading pace, Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2) takes around 6.1h to finish. The book has 60,000 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2) have an AR quiz?
Yes — Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2) has an AR quiz available, worth 9 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 Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2)?
Cross My Heart and Hope to Spy (Gallagher Girls #2) has an AR reading level of 5.1, which places it at a 5th grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Middle Grades Plus (6+) — 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.