Dog (Quick Kiss)
Carly Winter
Dog (Quick Kiss)
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
A Talking Dog Cozy Mystery
by Carly Winter
The text is written at a 4th 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
I have a secret: in a quiet town voting for a new Sheriff, a mysterious death shakes everything up. No one saw the murder coming, especially not Gina and her talking dog, Daisy—but that's only the beginning.
Themes
Quick Assessment
This middle-grade mystery follows Gina and her talking dog, Daisy, as they investigate a murder in their small town during election day. Suitable for ages 9-12, the story includes mild suspense and themes of friendship and bravery. Parents should note the plot involves a murder investigation and some moments of mild peril.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 3 — ModerateReal stakes and emotional weight. May include sustained danger, loss, or bullying.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
3/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780789493095
- Pages
- 160
- Publisher
- Carly Fall, LLC / Westward Publishing
- Published
- July 2003
- Type
- Fiction