Fatal Secrets (Moonstone Mystery Romance, No 4)

Linda A. Cooney

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Fatal Secrets (Moonstone Mystery Romance, No 4)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Linda A. Cooney

Reading Level 4-5 9MP Ages 9-12 Matched

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

Here's a secret: Kate catches David messing with Julie’s science fair project. Why would he do that? Kate’s curiosity sparks a risky investigation, but that’s only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Kate as she uncovers suspicious behavior involving her friend’s science fair experiment. Suitable for ages 9-12, it includes themes of friendship, trust, and the dangers of hazardous substances, with some suspense and mild peril appropriate for this age group.

For Parents

Content Intensity

9MP — Moderate — Physical
Emotional
Light
Physical
Moderate
Social
Clear
Thematic
Light

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

Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

3/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

151 pages
ISBN
9780671507848
Pages
151
Publisher
Pocket Books
Published
July 1985
Type
Fiction

Genres

Hazardous substances

Subjects

Action & AdventureHazardous SubstancesMystery and Detective StoriesAdventure and Adventurers