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Under orders

Dick Francis · 2006

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Under orders by Dick Francis. 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 character4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Mentions of racing industry brands typical for the setting.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Multiple deaths and murder-related investigation are central to the crime plot, with serious emotional and procedural consequences.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of injuries related to murder and accidents, though not overly graphic.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Mild coarse language expected in a contemporary crime thriller.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Minor romantic subplots are present but not the focus.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Tense atmosphere due to the protagonist being hunted by criminals.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Very limited and non-explicit references.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional social drinking common in the genre.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes descriptions of physical assaults, threats against the protagonist, and murder.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The lead faces significant danger to uncover the truth.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on deductive reasoning and investigative problem-solving.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The horse-racing mystery appears to center mainly on a traditional British racing-world cast, with limited identity diversity evident.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into the mechanics of horse racing and investigations.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Kindness is shown through the protagonist's loyalty to friends.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of integrity and persistence against corruption.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates determination and professional ethics.

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