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Interred with their bones

Jennifer Lee Carrel · 2008

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Interred with their bones by Jennifer Lee Carrel. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Violence; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Educational value3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Multiple deaths occur as part of the thriller narrative.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional descriptions of crime scenes and bodily harm related to the plot.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional profanity consistent with a modern thriller.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

Features a group with quasi-religious, cult-like motivations.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Includes subplot of romantic attraction.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Features suspenseful chases and high-stakes danger throughout.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Very mild references or suggestive themes.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional casual social drinking.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains scenes of murder and threat, though not gratuitous.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Characters show bravery while investigating and facing enemies.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Highly creative usage of literary riddles and historical mystery.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Cast includes characters from international backgrounds.

Educational value3/5
Why this rating?

The novel offers substantial incidental learning about Shakespeare, textual scholarship, theater history, and historical interpretation.

Kindness & empathy1/5
Why this rating?

Cooperation exists between allies in the face of danger.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores the obsession with knowledge and historical truth.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist is intelligent and resilient, though makes risky choices.

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