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Bad blood

Linda Fairstein · 2007

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Bad blood by Linda Fairstein. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Violence, Frightening scenes; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

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

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

No notable product placement.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The plot centers on murder investigations and the loss of victims.

Graphic injury3/5
Why this rating?

Includes graphic details related to crime scenes and forensic evidence.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Occasional strong language used in the context of crime investigations.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Features minor romantic subplots involving the protagonist.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

A crime thriller with stalking-like threats, violent crimes, and sustained suspense. The danger is serious and tense, though not necessarily nonstop or graphically depicted.

Sexual content & nudity3/5
Why this rating?

Sexual-assault themes and adult sexual situations are relevant to the investigation. The material is serious and non-erotic; explicitness appears limited.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional adult social drinking.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Contains depictions of violent crimes and murder investigations.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist shows bravery while pursuing dangerous suspects.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The legal-crime mystery uses complex plotting, investigation, and deduction to engage readers, though its genre structure is fairly familiar.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The New York setting suggests a varied cast, but the available evidence does not establish substantial, well-developed representation across identities or backgrounds.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Provides some insight into legal procedures and investigative work.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Characters display empathy for victims.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on justice and professional integrity.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist is portrayed as a dedicated and principled professional.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Bad blood would you have made differently, and why?
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