We are very much struggling with this with DS newly 9. His reading level is well beyond his interest level. Not many series draw him in unless they're not at all formulaic. He doesn't have the sensitivity issue and I'll let him read whatever he wants. He has been rereading a lot of books, which drives me crazy. I'd like to be exposed to new material regularly since we're homeschooling. I'll be watching this thread with great interest.