Tempting fate

Carla Neggers

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Tempting fate

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Carla Neggers

Reading Level 7 Moderate (Lvl 3) 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

Here's a secret: Dani's mother vanished without a trace years ago, leaving behind more questions than answers. Now, with the help of Zeke, a mysterious security expert, Dani is closer than ever to uncovering the truth—but that's only the beginning.

Quick Assessment

Set in the affluent town of Saratoga Springs, this middle-grade mystery follows Dani Pembroke, whose mother disappeared years ago. As Dani teams up with a security expert to solve the cold case, they face hidden dangers and family secrets. Suitable for ages 9-12, the book explores themes of loss, family, and courage with some suspenseful elements.

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

Fear & Anxiety Mild Peril 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

5/10

Good conversation starter with themes worth exploring together.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
6
Emotional Weight
6
Theme Richness
6
World Scope
3
Data Confidence
7

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Details

Book Length

345 pages
ISBN
9780778325864
Pages
345
Publisher
Mira
Published
2008
Type
Fiction

Genres

Subjects

Children of Disappeared PersonsSaratoga SpringsRomanceSuspenseSuspense & AdventureLarge Type Books

Places

Saratoga Springs (N.Y.)