Cold Sweat
Franklin W. Dixon
Cold Sweat
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Franklin W. Dixon
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 intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
Frank and Joe Hardy uncover a dark secret lurking beneath Bayport’s new superspa, where a dangerous gang aims to seize control. As they dig deeper, they face threatening dangers and unravel a chilling mystery that tests their courage and wits. Adventure and suspense build as the brothers race to stop the criminals before it's too late.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 4-5 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include child abuse, physical danger, bullying. Written for readers ages 9-12.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
Content Flags
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
7/10High engagement — fast-paced, fun, and hard to put down. Great for reluctant readers.
Discussion Potential
4/10Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.
Book DNA
Multi-dimensional content fingerprint
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 0671730991
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Simon Pulse
- Published
- May 1, 1992
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 30,435
- Read-Aloud
- ~3h 23m
- Text Density
- Standard