Dickens & Rumi

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Northwest angle

William Kent Krueger; Buck Schirner · 2011

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Northwest angle by William Kent Krueger; Buck Schirner. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Violence, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Diverse representation.

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Strongest cautions

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

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Diverse representation3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

A murder and its aftermath are central to the plot, with grief and the consequences of death receiving serious attention.

Graphic injury3/5
Why this rating?

Detailed descriptions of crime scenes and bodily injuries are present.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Strong language is used periodically throughout the narrative.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

Native American spiritual beliefs are integrated into the culture and setting of the story.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic subplots exist but are secondary to the mystery plot.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Suspense, dangerous encounters, isolation, and threats create a sustained tense atmosphere.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Minimal sexual content, mostly implied or brief.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Characters consume alcohol, consistent with the genre's portrayal of adult life.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Includes graphic murders, gun violence, and physical altercations characteristic of a crime thriller.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist consistently displays courage in the face of physical and moral danger.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Utilizes complex investigative deduction.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

Focuses heavily on Indigenous characters and their cultural perspective.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into life in the Northwest Angle and Ojibwe cultural elements.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and community support are displayed by key characters.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

It emphasizes truth-seeking, justice, loyalty, accountability, family, and the lasting effects of violence and betrayal.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist displays integrity despite being a flawed character.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Northwest angle would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Northwest angle, and what caused that change?
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