A new kind of killer, an old kind of death.
Gwendoline Butler
A new kind of killer, an old kind of death.
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Gwendoline Butler
The text is written at a 4th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is mild with minimal sensitive material.
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About This Book
Sergeant Charmian Daniels isn’t just any police officer—she’s on a mission to understand a new kind of killer that’s changing the world. As she teaches and studies, a chilling pattern emerges that hits closer to home than she ever expected. Can she stop a crime wave before it’s too late?
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade mystery follows Sergeant Charmian Daniels, a policewoman and criminology student, as she investigates emerging trends in youth crime in England. The story explores themes of crime, safety, and social change, suitable for ages 9-12 with some suspenseful moments but no graphic content. It offers a thoughtful look at societal issues through engaging fiction without intense violence.
For Parents
Content Intensity
9MS — Moderate — SocialLight conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
2/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
1/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0340127767
- Pages
- 190
- Publisher
- Hodder & Stoughton
- Published
- 1970
- Type
- Fiction