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Alone in the Wild

Kelley Armstrong · 2020

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Alone in the Wild by Kelley Armstrong. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence4/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Murder and the aftermath of multiple deaths drive the mystery, with investigation and threat. Death is important to the plot, though graphic detail is not established.

Graphic injury3/5
Why this rating?

Minor injuries and descriptions of past violence, but not gratuitous.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Contains moderate language consistent with young adult thrillers.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

Not a central theme or prominent representation in this narrative.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

An adult romantic relationship and emotional intimacy are present as a subplot, but the investigation and survival elements remain the main focus.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

The feeling of being hunted and the isolation of the wilderness create significant tension.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Adult intimacy may be referenced or implied, but sexual content does not appear to be a significant feature. No evidence supports a higher rating.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Not a focus of the story.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Includes intense survival situations, stalking, and threats of physical harm from an antagonist.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist displays significant courage in facing fears and survival threats.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages problem-solving through survival improvisation.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Limited scope given the primary focus on a single protagonist.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Highlights survival skills and wilderness safety.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional displays of support despite the isolated nature of the plot.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes justice, accountability, loyalty, community responsibility, and the consequences of concealed wrongdoing.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Investigators and community members show persistence, loyalty, and responsibility, though they operate in morally complicated circumstances.

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