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The broken promise land

Marcia Muller · 1996

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The broken promise land by Marcia Muller. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Mentions of real-world locations and brands incidental to the plot.

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Murder is the central plot driver; death is a key component of the narrative.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional descriptions of crime scenes and bodily harm related to the investigation.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Contains occasional strong language typical of realistic crime fiction.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Minor references to religious settings or cultural attitudes in the Tennessee context.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Includes romantic tension and adult relationship dynamics relevant to the characters' personal lives.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Suspense, threats, pursuit, and dangerous encounters create sustained tension for the investigator and others.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Implied sexual situations consistent with the genre; no explicit graphic content.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

References to alcohol consumption and the realities of drug culture in the music industry setting.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes descriptions of physical altercations and the aftermath of crimes, but not gratuitous or constant.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The lead character consistently faces danger and complex ethical dilemmas with resolve.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages critical thinking and deductive reasoning through the mystery plot.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Focuses primarily on the central mystery with standard casting for the time and genre.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into the mechanics of private investigation and the music business.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates empathy despite the cynical nature of her profession.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of personal integrity, the dark sides of success, and truth-seeking.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist is intelligent and persistent, though flawed, serving as a realistic lead.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in The broken promise land would you have made differently, and why?
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