Christie & Company

Katherine Hall Page

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Christie & Company

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Katherine Hall Page

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: three eighth-grade girls at Cabot School are more than just classmates—they're mystery lovers with a knack for solving puzzles. When their dormitory is suddenly accused of a string of thefts, they must uncover the real culprit to clear their names. But that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows three eighth graders at a boarding school who band together after being wrongly blamed for thefts on campus. The story encourages problem-solving and teamwork while addressing themes of trust and friendship. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains no content concerns and offers an engaging introduction to detective fiction.

For Parents

Content Intensity

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

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

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

148 pages
ISBN
0380973936
Pages
148
Publisher
Avon Books
Published
1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Mystery and Detective StoriesBoarding SchoolsSchools