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Blink Of An Eye

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Iris Johansen · 2021

Is Blink Of An Eye appropriate for your child? See the reviewed age guidance, content cautions, positive themes, and supporting evidence below.

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Blink Of An Eye by Iris Johansen. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Romance; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

Book 8 · Kendra MichaelsSource checked

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Age guidanceNot listed
Strongest cautionsDeath of a character 3/5 · Frightening scenes 3/5 · Romance 3/5
Strongest positivesCourage & resilience 4/5 · Good role models 3/5
Series positionBook 8 · Kendra Michaels
Recommendation3/5

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: death of a character.

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What parents should know

Courage & resilience; strongest caution: death of a character.

Readiness snapshotMain watch-out: Death of a character 3/5
Recommendation 3/5

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Recommended ageNot listed

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Romance3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

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Next volumeBook 10 · More Than Meets the EyeStrongest cautions: Death of a character 3/5 · Frightening scenes 3/5Open next review →
  1. Book 1 · Close your eyes
    Death of a character4/5Frightening scenes4/5Violence4/5Graphic injury3/5Romance3/5Sexual content & nudity2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5
    Starting point
  2. Book 2 · Sight Unseen
    Frightening scenes4/5Death of a character3/5Violence3/5Graphic injury2/5Romance2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5
    Gets gentler
  3. Book 3 · The Naked Eye
    Death of a character4/5Frightening scenes4/5Violence3/5Graphic injury2/5Romance2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5
    About the same
  4. Book 5 · Look Behind You
    Frightening scenes4/5Death of a character3/5Violence3/5Graphic injury2/5Romance2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5
    About the same
  5. Book 6 · Double Blind
    Death of a character4/5Frightening scenes4/5Violence4/5Graphic injury3/5Strong language3/5Romance2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5
    Gets more intense
  6. Book 7 · Hindsight
    Death of a character4/5Frightening scenes4/5Violence4/5Graphic injury2/5Romance2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5
    Gets gentler
  7. Book 8 · Blink Of An Eye
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes3/5Romance3/5Violence3/5Graphic injury2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5
    Gets gentler
  8. Book 10 · More Than Meets the Eye
    Death of a character3/5Frightening scenes3/5Violence3/5Graphic injury2/5Romance2/5Strong language2/5Alcohol or drugs1/5Sexual content & nudity1/5
    About the same

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What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Death is a central theme, as the protagonist frequently investigates murders.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Crime scenes and forensic details may include bodies or injuries, but the available evidence does not indicate graphic, prolonged gore.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some profanity or harsh language may occur in a crime-thriller setting, but frequent or extreme language is not indicated.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

There is a established romantic relationship for the lead character.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Suspense, pursuit, danger, and threats create sustained tension, though this is a thriller rather than horror and is not described as relentlessly frightening.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Sexual content appears minimal and incidental rather than central; no explicit sexual activity is indicated.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Adult social drinking may be mentioned, but substance use does not appear central or glamorized.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains scenes of tension, threats, and descriptions of past violent acts.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist faces dangerous situations to uncover secrets.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Forensic reconstruction and investigative ideas offer some intrigue, but the available evidence suggests a conventional thriller framework.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The available information does not establish substantial representation across backgrounds, identities, or abilities beyond standard thriller characterization.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Character motivations often stem from protecting others.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Promotes the pursuit of truth and justice in the face of corruption.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows professional integrity and persistence.

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