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Dead file

Kelly Lange · 2003

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Dead file by Kelly Lange. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

There is no indication that the book functions as advertising or prominently promotes products or brands.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

The inciting incident is a murder, and other deaths occur during the investigation.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Crime scenes and injuries may be described, but the available evidence does not indicate prolonged or highly graphic gore.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild or moderate profanity may occur, but frequent or especially strong language is not indicated.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic elements appear to be present but secondary to the mystery and suspense plot.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Includes suspense and tension regarding the protagonist's safety.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Brief sexual references or implications may occur, with no indication of explicit sexual content.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Adult social drinking appears possible in the professional or personal setting; glamorization or heavy use is not indicated.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Features murder, threats, and typical crime thriller violence.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist displays significant bravery while uncovering dangerous truths.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Following clues and assembling information can encourage problem-solving, though the story is primarily a conventional mystery.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The available information gives little evidence of broad, prominent, and well-developed diversity representation.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

The book may offer incidental insight into television news and investigative work, but teaching is not its main purpose.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Concern and loyalty among colleagues or friends may appear, though kindness is not the central theme.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Focuses on truth, persistence, and seeking justice.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows professional determination and courage.

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  2. How did the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in Dead file would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Dead file, and what caused that change?
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