You belong to me

Mary Higgins Clark

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You belong to me

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

by Mary Higgins Clark

Reading Level 6-7 Intense (Lvl 4) Ages 13+ Matched

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for teens (ages 13+), and the content is intense and may include graphic or distressing scenes.

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About This Book

A cunning murderer lures women aboard luxurious cruises, but psychologist Susan Chandler is determined to stop him. Using her radio show to connect with survivors, she unknowingly puts herself in his crosshairs. Suspense builds as Susan races to outwit a relentless predator before he strikes again.

Themes

MysteryCrimeSuspenseWomenPsychology

Quick Assessment

This is a Level 6-7 book with intense content intensity. Content themes include violence, physical danger, fear & anxiety. Written for readers ages 13+.

For Parents

Content Intensity

Level 4 — Intense
Gentle Mild Moderate Intense Very Intense

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

Content Flags

Violence Physical Danger Fear & Anxiety
Data confidence: standard

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Reading Insights

Hook Factor

2/10

A steady, thoughtful read that rewards patient readers.

Discussion Potential

1/10

A lighter read — great for independent enjoyment.

Book DNA

Multi-dimensional content fingerprint

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

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Details

Book Length

317 pages
97,777 words
10h 52m read-aloud
ISBN
0684835959
Pages
317
Publisher
Simon & Schuster
Published
1998
Type
Fiction
Word Count
97,777
Read-Aloud
~10h 52m
Text Density
Dense

Genres

Subjects

WomenCrimes AgainstSerial MurderersTalk ShowsCruise ShipsNew YorkTelevision Talk ShowsDetective and Mystery StoriesRadio Talk ShowsMissing PersonsMystery & DetectiveWomen SleuthsAmateur SleuthThrillersSuspenseSerial HomicideMystery FictionMystery and Detective StoriesLarge Type BooksChandlerSusan

Places

New York (N.Y.)