An error of judgement

Pamela Hansford Johnson

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An error of judgement

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Pamela Hansford Johnson

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

What happens when someone trusted has a secret side? Imagine a doctor who helps lonely kids but also holds a dark suspicion about a crime. Can he choose the right punishment, or will his own feelings get in the way?

Themes

JudgmentGood and EvilFriendshipFamilySocial JusticeMedical ConsultantsJuvenile DelinquencyLondon Setting

Quick Assessment

This novel explores complex themes of judgment, good versus evil, and social challenges in London through the eyes of a respected medical consultant. Suitable for middle-grade readers aged 9-12, it delves into moral dilemmas and human weaknesses with subtlety, though it touches on serious issues like juvenile delinquency and punishment. Parents should note that the story involves mature themes presented thoughtfully rather than graphically.

For Parents

Content Intensity

11ME — Moderate — Emotional
Emotional
Moderate
Physical
Light
Social
Moderate
Thematic
Moderate

Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

1/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

235 pages
ISBN
9780955519666
Pages
235
Publisher
Stacey International
Published
2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Medical ConsultantsEnglandJudgmentGood and EvilLondonSocial Conditions