Death Takes the Wheel

E. Radford

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Death Takes the Wheel

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by E. Radford

Reading Level 7 Mild (Lvl 2) 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 is mild with minimal sensitive material.

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About This Book

The rusty car creaks under the weight of a chilling secret as a dead man lies inside, hidden in the quiet Sussex Downs. Just when the mystery seems impossible, another body appears miles away, pulling the Three Musketeers of Homicide deeper into a dangerous game. Can they catch the truth before the shadows close in?

Themes

Crime & MysteryMystery & DetectiveAdventure

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Doctor Manson, Superintendent Jones, and Inspector Kenway as they investigate two mysterious deaths connected to London's criminal underworld. Suitable for readers aged 9-12, the story features suspense and crime-solving without graphic content, offering an engaging introduction to detective fiction.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 2 — Mild
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Light conflict or tension. Mild peril resolved quickly.

Content Flags

Mild Peril
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
4
Theme Richness
4
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

384 pages
ISBN
9780708979372
Pages
384
Publisher
Ulverscroft
Published
September 1996
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Crime & MysteryMystery & DetectiveMystery/ DetectiveLarge Type Books