Hush money

Robert B. Parker

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Hush money

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert B. Parker

Spenser

Reading Level 4-5 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 4th 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 Hawk's son's university career is suddenly blocked, Spenser digs into the mystery and uncovers connections to a tragic loss involving a young activist. Together, they navigate secrets and seek the truth behind the denial. The investigation leads them through a web of challenges in Boston's academic world.

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 4-5 book with moderate content intensity. Content themes include emotional: loss & grief, identity & self-discovery. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 3 — Moderate
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Emotional: Loss & Grief Identity & Self-Discovery
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

4/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
4
Emotional Weight
6
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
5
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

309 pages
63,614 words
7h 4m read-aloud
ISBN
9780399144585
Pages
309
Publisher
Putnam Adult
Published
1999
Type
Fiction
Word Count
63,614
Read-Aloud
~7h 4m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

SpenserPrivate InvestigatorsMassachusettsBoston