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Play Dead

by Jane B. Mason, Sarah Hines-Stephens

Dog and His Girl Mysteries

Reading Level 3-4 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 9-12

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

Twelve-year-old Cassie teams up with her retired police dog, Dodge, to unravel the mystery behind the sudden disappearance of the town’s wealthiest man. Together, they follow clues and face chilling dangers that reveal dark secrets and unexpected suspects. Their adventure is filled with suspense, testing their courage and friendship every step of the way.

Representation & Themes

FriendshipMysteryAdventureFamily

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Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Heavy themes explored in depth. War, death, abuse addressed directly.

Content Flags

Gaslighting Drug Use Drugged Physical Restraint Mouth Covered Eye Mutilation Excessive Gore Shaving/Cutting Unconsciousness Graphic Violence
Data confidence: standard

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Details

ISBN
9780545436243
Pages
202
Published
2013
Type
Fiction
Word Count
35,968

Genres

Juvenile Fiction