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The hunting wind

Steve Hamilton · 2001

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for The hunting wind by Steve Hamilton. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Strong language; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Strong language3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity2/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Multiple deaths occur, serving as the central motive for the mystery investigation.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some moderate focus on crime scenes and injuries, though not gratuitous.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Contains realistic gritty dialogue including mild to moderate profanity.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic subplots exist but are secondary to the mystery.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

The thriller structure brings sustained tension, danger, investigation, and threatening situations.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild adult themes or references consistent with the genre.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Characters are occasionally depicted drinking alcohol in social or investigative contexts.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes descriptions of physical altercations, gun violence, and the aftermath of criminal acts typical of crime fiction.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Protagonist faces significant danger to resolve past traumas and uncover the truth.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages analytical thinking and problem-solving through the narrative structure.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The cast appears to have limited representation of varied backgrounds, abilities, and identities, though the available evidence is sparse.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into investigative work and human psychology in crime contexts.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Displays of personal loyalty and empathy within the limited cast of characters.

Positive messages2/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of justice, redemption, and the inescapable nature of one's past.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows persistence, though his methods are often driven by personal obsession.

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