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The setup man

T. T. Monday · 2014

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The setup man by T. T. Monday. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Alcohol or drugs, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Alcohol or drugs3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5
  • Good role models2/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

References to real-world locations and luxury brands are used to establish setting, not commercial promotion.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Central plot revolves around a murder investigation; several characters are killed.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Crime-related injuries and scenes appear to receive some description, but the available evidence does not indicate sustained or highly graphic gore.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

The gritty noir setting is associated with recurring strong profanity, though the frequency and specific terms cannot be verified from supplied passages.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic elements appear present but secondary to the crime plot, with no indication that dating or relationships are a central focus.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Atmosphere is tense and suspenseful, with themes of being hunted or framed.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Brief sexual references or contextual allusions may occur, but the available evidence does not suggest explicit sexual activity or prominent nudity.

Alcohol or drugs3/5
Why this rating?

Alcohol use appears recurring, with occasional references to drugs in the crime setting; the available evidence does not establish extensive or glamorized use.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes scenes of physical assault, shootouts, and threats typical of hardboiled crime fiction.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows persistence and bravery when facing dangerous adversaries.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The plot relies on ingenious problem-solving and clever 'setups' by the lead character.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The available description suggests a conventional noir-centered cast, with limited evidence of broad, well-developed representation across identities or backgrounds.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into investigation and private security settings, but is primarily entertainment.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Loyalty and occasional empathy appear within a morally dark setting, but kindness is not described as a central or consistently rewarded theme.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of morality, choices, and consequences, though characters operate in a morally gray world.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist is a flawed anti-hero; role models are unconventional.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
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