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UNCOMMON CRIMINALS

Ally Carter

Katrina Bishop sets her sights on the infamous Cleopatra Emerald.

Ages 12+Source checked

Why this age? Best suited to middle-school and older readers because of crime-focused plotting, deception, suspense, and morally complicated choices; violence and sexual content are limited. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age12+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Romance2/5
  • Violence2/5

Strongest positives

  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Some mentions of luxury brands in the context of high-society settings.

Death of a character1/5
Why this rating?

No on-page deaths.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild, occasional language typical of teen fiction.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Mild teen romance/crushes are present but secondary to the plot.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Mild suspense as characters are in dangerous, high-stakes situations.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Some tense moments and threats, but no significant physical violence or injury.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters show bravery in outsmarting dangerous opponents.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Clever planning, disguise, improvisation, puzzles, and inventive problem-solving are central pleasures of the heist plot.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Diverse international cast of characters.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exposure to art history and global culture.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

The crew relies on mutual trust and support.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Themes of loyalty, teamwork, and clever problem-solving are central.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters demonstrate ingenuity and teamwork, though their occupation is technically criminal.

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