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THE LAST OF AUGUST

Brittany Cavallaro

In this second novel in the series, Moriarty joins Holmes and Watson for a cross-European caper. (Ages 14 and up)

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? The book contains mystery, suspense, references to drug use, and themes of violence and danger, typical of the young adult thriller genre. It is best suited for teenagers due to mature thematic content. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

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

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Characters face danger of death and there are mentions of past and present fatalities.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Mentions of injuries and blood typical of the genre, but not gratuitous or excessive.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild profanity and occasional stronger language appropriate for the teen audience.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

Minor representation of diverse characters within the supporting cast.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

The relationship between Jamie and Charlotte develops, but is secondary to the mystery.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Ominous investigations, stalking, threats, pursuit, and danger to young characters create sustained suspense. Frightening material is moderate rather than graphic or horror-level.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Includes some mild romantic tension and occasional innuendo.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

References to drug use are present as part of the plot and character backgrounds.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes threats, physical altercations, and gun violence inherent to a high-stakes mystery thriller.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists show significant courage in facing danger and solving complex mysteries.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Encourages analytical thinking and deductive reasoning through mystery elements.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a multi-cultural cast of characters.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Incidental exposure to literary references and puzzle-solving skills.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Kindness exists between the main characters, though often masked by cynicism.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes loyalty, truth-seeking, accountability, communication, and confronting harmful family legacies rather than accepting appearances.

Good role models2/5
Why this rating?

The teen protagonists are intelligent, persistent, and loyal, but they also make risky choices and struggle with trust and communication.

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