Dickens & Rumi

book

Deadly waters

Pauline Rowson · 2008

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Deadly waters by Pauline Rowson. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

Source checked

Quick view

At a glance

Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The central plot revolves around a murder investigation.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Minimal description of injuries; focus is on the investigation.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Mild profanity consistent with genre conventions.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Very minor romantic elements, secondary to the mystery.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

The tone is tense with scenes of personal danger and investigation of crime scenes.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

No explicit sexual content.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional social drinking by adult characters.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains depictions of murder and threats typical of crime fiction.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist frequently places himself in danger to find the truth.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on deductive reasoning and investigative problem-solving.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The available information does not indicate a notable focus on varied identities, backgrounds or lived experiences.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

The police investigation may offer incidental procedural insight, but teaching is not the book’s main purpose.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Professional cooperation and concern for victims suggest some kindness, though it is not the central theme.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes justice and the persistence required to solve crimes.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist is a dedicated investigator despite his personal flaws.

Family discussion

Talk about it

Conversation starters based on this title’s published content notes.

  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Deadly waters would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Deadly waters, and what caused that change?
Discuss this title with other parents

Community reactions

What families noticed

Add your perspective

Sign in from the homepage to rate this title.

Where to get it

Find in a libraryBuy on Bookshop.orgBuy on Amazon

As an Amazon Associate and Bookshop.org affiliate, Dickens & Rumi may earn a small commission from qualifying purchases, at no extra cost to you.

These content notes are a starting point, not a guarantee. Review the evidence and use your own judgment before choosing a title.

Report an incorrect rating