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Bones

Jonathan Kellerman · 2008

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Bones by Jonathan Kellerman. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Violence, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Violence4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Murder and victims' deaths are central to the plot, with investigation of their circumstances and effects on others.

Graphic injury3/5
Why this rating?

Contains forensic and medical descriptions of skeletal remains and crime scene findings.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent use of strong language typical of realistic police procedural fiction.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

Milo Sturgis is an openly gay detective and recurring character, but LGBTQIA identity and relationships are secondary to the central crime investigation.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Not a central theme of the narrative.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Adult romantic and interpersonal relationships appear, but romance is secondary to the mystery.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Murder investigation, criminal danger, stalking or menace, and psychological tension can be unsettling, though the book is a crime thriller rather than horror.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mature references to sexual history or behavior in a clinical or investigative context.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional scenes involving alcohol consumption or references to past substance abuse.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

The investigation centers on violent crimes and murder, with threats, assaults, and discussion of criminal violence.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonists show perseverance in the face of dangerous and complex cases.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The mystery encourages inference, pattern recognition, and consideration of competing explanations.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse cast of characters in the Los Angeles setting.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into forensic psychology and investigation techniques.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists show care and empathy for victims and their families.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes pursuing justice, examining evidence, and confronting the consequences of violence and exploitation.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonists are portrayed as dedicated, professional, and ethical individuals.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Bones would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Bones, and what caused that change?
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