Mausoleum

Justin Scott

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Mausoleum

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Justin Scott

Reading Level 7 12MP 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 has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Ben Abbott races through the ancient Newbury cemetery, heart pounding as he discovers Brian Groses's lifeless body inside a strange, new mausoleum. The peaceful resting place has turned into a crime scene, and Ben is determined to uncover the truth. But who would want Brian dead—and why?

Quick Assessment

This middle-grade mystery follows Ben Abbott, a young private investigator who delves into a shooting case in a small Connecticut town. The story involves themes of crime and investigation set against the backdrop of a historic cemetery. Suitable for ages 9 to 12, the book contains mild peril related to the shooting but handles the subject with care.

For Parents

Content Intensity

12MP — 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
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
3
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

392 pages
ISBN
9781590584699
Pages
392
Publisher
Poisoned Pen Press
Published
2007
Type
Fiction

Genres

Connecticut

Subjects

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Places

Connecticut