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The Ripper

L. J. Smith (2011)

SubgenreParanormal Fantasy
Age groupYA 12-17
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Quick Read (<250))
SeriesStefan's Diaries #4
Setting
CSM age14
Goodreads4.22

Content levels

ViolenceStrong
Sexual contentMild
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Duo / Partners

Synopsis

"Twenty years have passed since Stefan last saw his brother Damon. Now, living far away from the haunting memories of Mystic Falls, Stefan is finally able to start over. But when news from London reaches Stefan of a brutal killer in the loose, alias Jack the Ripper, Stefan suspects that the murders are the work of a vampire ... his brother"--Page 2 of cover.

Is The Ripper appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 14 and up.

This YA vampire novel features murders linked to Jack the Ripper, with moderate-to-strong violence involving serial killings but likely without graphic detail. Contains themes of guilt, redemption, and complicated family bonds.

What to know going in

This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and grief (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens will be drawn to this historical vampire mystery mixing real-world intrigue with the supernatural and exploring complicated brother dynamics.

Tags

Historical FantasyMysteryParanormalVictorian London