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The Sixth Man

David Baldacci · 2011

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The Sixth Man by David Baldacci. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Violence, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

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

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

A major character is murdered, and the plot centers on a suspected serial killer and an impending execution.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Graphic descriptions of crime scenes and bodily injuries are present but not excessive.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some occasional strong language is plausible for a contemporary adult thriller, though the supplied excerpt gives no direct examples.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

The relationship between the leads is significant but primarily professional/platonic.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Features tense, life-threatening situations and high-stakes pursuit.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Substance use is not central; occasional adult social drinking may occur, but the supplied passages do not document it.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Includes gun violence, combat scenarios, and murder related to the thriller plot.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate significant bravery in dangerous situations.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Relies on investigative logic and strategic problem-solving.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The cast includes women in capable professional roles and varied backgrounds, but the available excerpt is too limited to assess representation broadly.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers incidental insight into government intelligence concepts.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Professional loyalty and care for partners are exhibited.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Themes of justice, loyalty, and challenging corruption are central.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters are competent professionals showing dedication, though they operate in a gray area.

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  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 The Sixth Man would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in The Sixth Man, and what caused that change?
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