What reading level is Deadly Setup?

Deadly Setup by Lynn Slaughter is at a Level 7 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Deadly Setup appropriate for?

Deadly Setup is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 12ME (Moderate — Emotional).

What genre is Deadly Setup?

Deadly Setup is fiction — Young Adult Fiction.

Does Deadly Setup have any content warnings?

Deadly Setup has a HootRating of 12ME (Moderate — Emotional). No specific content flags noted. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Deadly Setup?

Deadly Setup by Lynn Slaughter is 328 pages.

Deadly Setup

Lynn Slaughter

Deadly Setup

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Lynn Slaughter

Reading Level 7 12ME Ages 9-12 Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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 would you do if your mom’s new fiancé suddenly turned up dead and everyone thought you did it? Seventeen-year-old Sam just wants to keep her family safe, but now she’s caught in a mystery that could change everything. Can she find the truth before it’s too late?

Themes

Mystery Family Friendship Coming of Age

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows seventeen-year-old Sam as she navigates a complicated family situation involving her mother’s suspicious fiancé and a shocking murder accusation. The story explores themes of loyalty, trust, and justice, with some intense moments related to crime and courtroom drama. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, it offers an engaging plot with moderate emotional and thematic complexity.