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Dead and Not So Buried

James L. Conway · 2012

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Dead and Not So Buried by James L. Conway. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Romance; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Romance2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The mystery centers on deaths and the investigation into those deaths.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Injuries appear limited and largely kept off the page, with little bodily detail.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild language or name-calling may occur; stronger profanity is not indicated.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Minor romantic elements may occur, but romance does not appear central to the mystery.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Contains ghostly or supernatural elements that create a sense of unease.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Substance references appear minimal or absent and are not a major story element.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Past violent incidents and suspense appear present, but violence is not described as graphic or pervasive.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters appear to confront fear and uncertainty in order to uncover difficult truths.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The investigation encourages reasoning, curiosity, and problem-solving, though not primarily artistic creativity.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The available information does not indicate broad representation across backgrounds, identities, or abilities.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Any historical or investigative learning appears incidental rather than the book’s main purpose.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Friendship, cooperation, and basic empathy appear present but are not the central focus.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The mystery appears to support seeking truth, persistence, and standing up for justice.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters appear determined and curious while investigating, though the available evidence is limited.

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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 Dead and Not So Buried would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Dead and Not So Buried, and what caused that change?
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