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A stitch in time

Emma Lathen · 1968

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for A stitch in time by Emma Lathen. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Alcohol or drugs, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Creativity & curiosity, Good role models.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Mentions of corporate business practices, but no product pushing.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Death is the catalyst for the investigation, but it is treated as a plot device.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal to no graphic detail; the focus is on the investigation rather than the body.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Language is period-appropriate and mild.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Minor romantic subplots may exist but are not central or explicit.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Suspenseful, but not intended to be frightening or horror-oriented.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Social drinking typical of mid-century business settings is present.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Standard murder mystery violence; deaths occur off-page or are presented in a procedural manner.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows intellectual courage in pursuit of the truth.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages logical thinking and deductive reasoning.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The book is not known for broad representation across identities or backgrounds; any diversity appears limited or incidental.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into corporate structures and the textile industry of the era.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Characters display standard professional courtesy.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes the triumph of logic and justice over greed.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Thatcher is a competent, ethical professional character.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in A stitch in time would you have made differently, and why?
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