Dust
Patricia Cornwell
Dust
Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide
by Patricia Cornwell
The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.
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About This Book
After witnessing a devastating mass tragedy, Kay Scarpetta dives into a chilling case involving the death of a graduate student connected to strange murders in D.C. As danger closes in, her husband, an FBI agent, races to catch a serial killer lurking in the shadows. Together, they navigate a dark and twisted investigation that tests their resolve and courage.
Quick Assessment
This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include murder, violence, emotional: fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.
For Parents
Content Intensity
Level 4 — IntenseHeavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.
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Reading Insights
Hook Factor
4/10A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.
Discussion Potential
2/10A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.
Book DNA
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Details
Book Length
- ISBN
- 9780399157578
- Pages
- 495
- Publisher
- Putnam Publishing Group
- Published
- 2013
- Type
- Fiction
- Word Count
- 130,718
- Read-Aloud
- ~14h 31m
- Text Density
- Dense