The professional

Robert B. Parker

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The professional

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Robert B. Parker

Spenser

Reading Level 3-4 Very Intense (Lvl 5) Ages 13+ Mature Content

The text is written at a 3rd grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is very intense with mature or graphic material.

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About This Book

When a private detective in Boston takes on a case involving a blackmailer targeting affluent women, the situation quickly escalates as violence erupts and victims begin to die under mysterious circumstances. Amidst secrets and danger, uncovering the truth becomes a race against time with lives hanging in the balance. This gripping tale weaves suspense and complex characters in a high-stakes investigation.

Themes

MysteryCrimeAdult RelationshipsViolenceSuspense

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 3-4 book with very intense content intensity. Note: content intensity (Very Intense) exceeds what the reading level might suggest. Content themes include child abuse, domestic violence, stalking. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 5 — Very Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

Graphic or sustained depictions of trauma, violence, or mature content.

Content Flags

Child Abuse Domestic Violence Stalking Addiction Drug Use Torture Hangings Death Physical Danger
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

6/10

Engaging read with solid pacing and interesting themes.

Discussion Potential

2/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

Vocabulary Level
3
Emotional Weight
10
Narrative Pace
5
Theme Richness
10
World Scope
1
Data Confidence
8

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Details

Book Length

289 pages
48,412 words
5h 23m read-aloud
ISBN
9780399155949
Pages
289
Publisher
Putnam Publishing Group
Published
2009
Type
Fiction
Word Count
48,412
Read-Aloud
~5h 23m
Text Density
Standard

Genres

Subjects

SpenserPrivate InvestigatorsMassachusettsBostonRich PeopleCrimes AgainstAdulteryExtortion