What reading level is Death of an Expert Witness?

Death of an Expert Witness by P. D. James is at a Level 7-8 reading level. Recommended for Upper Grades readers (Ages 13+).

What age is Death of an Expert Witness appropriate for?

Death of an Expert Witness is recommended for Ages 13+. Content intensity: "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags: Realistic Violence, Mystery.

What genre is Death of an Expert Witness?

Death of an Expert Witness is fiction — Fiction. Part of the Adam Dalgliesh series.

Does Death of an Expert Witness have any content warnings?

Death of an Expert Witness has a content intensity rating of "Moderate" (3/5). Content flags include: Realistic Violence, Mystery. On HootRated, every book is rated for emotional, physical, and social content themes to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Death of an Expert Witness?

Death of an Expert Witness by P. D. James is 352 pages (approximately 100,278 words).

Death of an Expert Witness

P. D. James

Death of an Expert Witness

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by P. D. James

Adam Dalgliesh

Reading Level 7-8 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 7th 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 a leading biologist working in a forensic lab is found dead, a complex mystery unfolds. As secrets from his personal life come to light, a determined investigation reveals a web of possible suspects. This gripping tale challenges readers to unravel the truth behind the expert's untimely death.

Themes

MysteryCrimeInvestigation

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 7-8 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include realistic violence, mystery. Written for readers ages 13+.

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Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate

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Real stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.

Content Flags

Realistic Violence Mystery

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

4/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

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Details

Book Length

352 pages

100,278 words

11h 9m read-aloud

ISBN: 0446314722
Pages: 352
Publisher: Grand Central Pub
Published: September 1992
Type: Fiction
Word Count: 100,278
Read-Aloud: ~11h 9m
Text Density: Dense

Genres

Fiction

Subjects

Adam DalglieshPoliceFiction in EnglishMurderInvestigationDetective and Mystery StoriesLarge Type BooksDalglieshAdamEnglandEnglish LiteratureCrime Laboratories

People

Adam Dalgliesh (Fictitious character)

Places

England