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Better Read Than Dead

Victoria Laurie (2005)

SubgenreHigh Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesPsychic Eye #2
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads4.01

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Heroine archetypes

Detective / Investigator

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant Hero

Synopsis

Word of Abby's talents reading tarot cards has reached a mob boss who wants her help in some business matters and he doesn't take no for an answer. When the police seek out her psychic intuition to shed light on a masked man who's been attacking women, Abby finds herself working both sides of the law on her own, leading her to wonder, why didn't I see this coming?

Is Better Read Than Dead appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This paranormal mystery involves a psychic protagonist working for both a mob boss and police to solve crimes, including tracking a serial attacker. Violence is present but not graphic.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include violence, organized crime, and stalking.

Who'll love this

Teens will enjoy the unique blend of tarot card reading, mob intrigue, and police investigation with a psychic protagonist navigating dangerous situations.

Tags

Urban FantasyMysteryParanormalCrime Fiction