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Land of the silver dragon

Alys Clare · 2013

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for Land of the silver dragon by Alys Clare. This book is content notes include Death of a character, Frightening scenes, Religious themes; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Good role models.

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Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Religious themes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Good role models3/5
  • Positive messages3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Death is the primary catalyst for the mystery, and several characters face fatal outcomes.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Crime and injury details appear restrained rather than graphic; expect some descriptions typical of a historical mystery.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Language is expected to be mild and suited to the historical setting, without frequent strong profanity.

Religious themes3/5
Why this rating?

Religion is a central element as the story is set in and around a medieval abbey.

Romance1/5
Why this rating?

Relationship elements are present as a minor subplot, while the mystery remains the main focus.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

The tone can be tense and atmospheric, common in historical mystery fiction.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Alcohol such as wine or ale may appear as an ordinary part of the historical setting, without a central substance-use theme.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Contains depictions of murder and threats typical of the mystery genre, but they are not excessively graphic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist shows persistence and bravery in seeking truth.

Creativity & curiosity2/5
Why this rating?

Encourages logical deduction and critical thinking through the mystery format.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

The historical setting appears socially limited in representation; diverse identities are not a prominent focus.

Educational value2/5
Why this rating?

Provides a window into 11th-century monastic life and customs.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and care appear, but difficult circumstances and the investigation often test characters' compassion.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

The story explores justice, faith, moral choices and human fallibility within a mystery plot.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The central religious investigator is portrayed as thoughtful and observant, though the cast faces morally complex situations.

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