Chop shop
Tim Downs
Chop shop
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Tim Downs
Bug Man
The text is written at a 5th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.
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About This Book
When Dr. Riley McKay discovers unsettling signs that point to her mentor's involvement in a dark scheme, she must rely on the expertise of Dr. Nick Polchak, an entomologist known as the Bug Man, to expose the hidden secrets threatening her career. Together, they delve into a web of mystery involving organ transplantation and forensic clues in Pennsylvania.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 5-6 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include mild peril, mystery. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
5/10Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 1582294011
- Pages
- 338
- Publisher
- Simon and Schuster
- Published
- 2004
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 92,640
- Read-Aloud
- ~10h 18m
- Text Density
- Dense