Over the Edge (Jennie McGrady Mysteries)

Patricia H. Rushford

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Over the Edge (Jennie McGrady Mysteries)

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Patricia H. Rushford

Reading Level 6-7 Moderate (Lvl 3) Ages 13+ Balanced Read

The text is written at a 6th 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

Waves crash as Jennie races along the shoreline, heart pounding. Ryan’s friend Todd stands accused of a terrible crime, but Jennie senses there’s more beneath the surface. Just when she thinks she’s close to the truth, a shocking secret pulls her deeper into danger.

Themes

MysteryDetective StoriesFamilySuspenseYoung Adult Fiction

Quick Assessment

This mystery novel follows teenage detective Jennie McGrady as she investigates a murder accusation involving her boyfriend’s friend during a beach vacation. Suitable for ages 13 to 18, it explores themes of suspense, family secrets, and homicide. Parents should note the presence of crime and emotional tension appropriate for young adults.

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

Homicide Emotional: Fear & Anxiety Emotional: Family Change
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

3/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
5
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
8
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
7

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Details

ISBN
9780613140461
Publisher
Turtleback Books
Published
October 1999
Type
Fiction

Subjects

Mysteries, Espionage, & Detective StoriesReligiousYoung Adult FictionHomicideMcGrady, JennieMurderMystery and Detective Stories