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Proof of intent

William J. Coughlin; Walter Sorrells · 2002

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Proof of intent by William J. Coughlin; Walter Sorrells. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Violence, Alcohol or drugs; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Violence3/5
  • Alcohol or drugs2/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Standard mention of real-world items or locations common in contemporary settings.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Murder is a central plot device, including the off-page death of a recurring character.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Includes some clinical or moderate descriptions of crime scenes, but not gratuitous.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional coarse language used in the context of criminal and legal environments.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Adult romantic subplots are present but peripheral to the legal case.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Features suspense and tension related to personal threats against the legal team.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mature themes and implied intimacy consistent with adult crime fiction.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Drinking reportedly appears in social and professional settings, but the supplied evidence does not establish frequency or whether it is glamorized.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains descriptions of murder and physical altercations typical of the legal thriller genre.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist displays significant courage by pursuing the truth despite threats.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Features inventive legal problem-solving and investigation strategies.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The core professional cast is reportedly not very diverse, but there is too little evidence to assess the broader representation confidently.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Provides insight into legal processes and courtroom procedure.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

The relationships are reportedly strained, with some professional loyalty, suggesting occasional care but limited emphasis on kindness.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on the importance of justice, integrity, and the challenges of the legal system.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate professional dedication despite facing moral dilemmas.

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