At the Hands of Another

A. Lyons

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At the Hands of Another

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by A. Lyons

Reading Level 6 Mild (Lvl 2) Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

What secrets hide behind the city's sparkling skyline? Jacob Asch steps into a mystery when he’s asked to uncover the truth about a man who died from a strange illness nobody expected. But as clues unravel, the real danger is only beginning to surface.

Themes

MysteryPrivate InvestigatorsCity LifeAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Jacob Asch, a private investigator drawn into a complex case involving a wealthy man’s unexpected death from a rare disease. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story explores themes of intrigue and city life while maintaining age-appropriate suspense and mild peril. Parents should note the plot involves mystery elements and some tension but no graphic content.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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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
5
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

231 pages
ISBN
9780030085338
Pages
231
Publisher
Owl Books
Published
March 1987
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery & DetectivePrivate InvestigatorsCity LifeCaliforniaLos AngelesAschJacob