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Liars, Inc

Paula Stokes · 2015

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Liars, Inc by Paula Stokes. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Strong language3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

A teen’s disappearance and presumed death drive the thriller, with major grief, guilt, investigation, and emotional fallout.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of injuries related to the thriller plot, but not excessive or gratuitous.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild profanity consistent with contemporary teen dialogue.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic tension and relationships are present, but they are secondary to the central mystery.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

The tone is suspenseful, involving stalking, paranoia, and real danger for the main characters.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild references or innuendo typical of the young adult thriller genre.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Teen substance use or references appear in the story and carry risk, but they are not the primary focus or presented as glamorous.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes scenes of physical altercations, threats, and a high-stakes, dangerous atmosphere.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Main characters must demonstrate courage to escape the dangerous situation they find themselves in.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Uses creative, albeit morally questionable, problem-solving techniques as the engine for the plot.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

The contemporary YA cast offers some social or background variety, though diversity is not a major focus and representation is limited.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental lessons about critical thinking and the ripple effects of choices.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Displays of empathy exist, often amidst the conflict.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores the heavy consequences of lying and the importance of integrity.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

Characters make mistakes but learn through difficult experiences.

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