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Drop Shot

Harlan Coben · 1996

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Drop Shot by Harlan Coben. 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 character4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Strong language3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Products & advertising1/5
Why this rating?

Mentions of real-world brands and sports entities, typical for modern fiction.

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

A murder is central to the plot, with investigation of its circumstances and effects on those connected to it.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of gunshot wounds and injuries, but not gratuitous.

Strong language3/5
Why this rating?

Frequent use of strong language and profanity consistent with the genre.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

LGBTQIA representation appears limited to a minor or background character rather than a central relationship or theme.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Features romantic subplots and personal relationships relevant to the main character.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Tense investigative sequences and peril typical of detective fiction.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Some mild sexual references and innuendo consistent with adult crime novels.

Alcohol or drugs2/5
Why this rating?

Occasional references to alcohol and casual drug use among characters.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes gun violence, fights, and physical threats inherent to the thriller genre.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist frequently puts himself in harm's way to uncover the truth.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

The plot relies on inventive investigative methods and clever deduction.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a varied cast reflecting the urban and professional environment.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Provides insight into the competitive world of professional sports agencies.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters display loyalty and support for friends despite the gritty setting.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of justice, loyalty, and the corruptive nature of professional success.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates integrity and persistence despite his moral ambiguity.

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