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Moment of truth

Lisa Scottoline · 2001

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Moment of truth by Lisa Scottoline. This book is content notes include Frightening scenes, Strong language, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Strong language3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The central plot involves a murder case.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of injuries related to physical abuse.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Occasional strong language consistent with legal thriller realism.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Includes subplot elements of romantic relationships.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Suspenseful sequences involving stalking and threats.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Mild sexual references, but no graphic content.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Alcohol use by adults appears to be a minor background reference rather than a central theme or glamorized focus.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes depictions of domestic violence and criminal threats.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Significant focus on the lead character's courage in facing threats.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The legal-thriller plot involves some creative problem-solving and strategy, though imagination and invention are not the main focus.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The urban legal setting may include ordinary demographic variety, but strong evidence of broad, developed representation is unavailable.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Offers insight into legal proceedings and defense tactics.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Character empathy is shown through legal advocacy.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Themes of justice and the pursuit of truth are central.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist acts as a persistent and principled advocate.

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  3. Which choice in Moment of truth would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in Moment of truth, and what caused that change?
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