A Race Against Time (Nancy Drew: All New Girl Detective #2)

Carolyn Keene

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A Race Against Time (Nancy Drew: All New Girl Detective #2)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carolyn Keene

Reading Level 4-5 9LE Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

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

Here's a secret: Jigsaw's grandfather's watch has vanished, and the clock is ticking! Mila and Jigsaw must use their smarts to crack the case before time slips away—but that's only the beginning.

Themes

MysteryFriendshipAdventureGirls & Women

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Jigsaw and Mila as they work to find a missing family heirloom under time pressure. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book combines detective work with themes of friendship and problem-solving, making it an engaging read for young mystery fans.

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Content Intensity

9LE — Light — Emotional
Emotional
Light ←
Physical
Clear
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

Was our "Mild" content intensity rating accurate for this book?

Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

160 pages
ISBN
9780613990219
Pages
160
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
March 2004
Type
Fiction

Genres

Juvenile Fiction

Subjects

Action & AdventureGirls & WomenMysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesDetectiveAdventure and AdventurersBicycle RacingMystery and Detective StoriesDrewNancy