Masterminds — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
The first book in the action-packed trilogy from New York Times bestselling author Gordon Korman is perfect for fans of Stranger Things and James Patterson.
Eli Frieden has never left Serenity, New Mexico...why would he ever want to? Then one day, he bikes to the edge of the city limits and something so crazy and unexpected happens, it changes everything.
Eli convinces his friends to help him investigate further, and soon it becomes clear that nothing is as it seems in Serenity. The clues mount to reveal a shocking discovery, connecting their ideal crime-free community to some of the greatest criminal masterminds ever known.
The kids realize they can trust no one—least of all their own parents.
Frequently asked questions
Is Masterminds appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book contains scenes of violence, including an important character dying in a truck crash and a character injuring another during a chase, which results in drawing blood. Another scene involves a character hitting a pursuer with a bottle. While the book includes suspense and some thrilling elements, it does not contain genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress in young readers.
Does Masterminds have violence?
The book contains scenes of violence, including an important character dying in a truck crash and a character injuring another during a chase, which results in drawing blood. Another scene involves a character hitting a pursuer with a bottle.
Does Masterminds have scary content?
While the book includes suspense and some thrilling elements, it does not contain genuinely frightening content that would cause fear or distress in young readers.
Does Masterminds have religious themes?
No religious content in the book itself. While there is a mention of a character's potential Protestant background in a response from the author, this does not constitute religious practices or themes in the narrative.
Does Masterminds have racial/cultural content?
Race is not a central theme or plot point in the book. The narrative focuses on the mystery surrounding the characters and their community rather than racial issues.
Does Masterminds have profanity?
The book does not contain any profanity. It is described as suitable for middle-grade readers, maintaining a clean language standard.
Does Masterminds have climate change?
No climate themes or environmental issues are present in the book. The narrative does not address climate activism or related topics.
Does Masterminds have sexual identity?
No sexual content is present in the book. The narrative is focused on mystery and adventure without any explicit sexual themes or situations.
Does Masterminds have gender roles?
The book features some traditional gender roles, but also includes instances where gender stereotypes are challenged, such as women planning a daring mission. However, the overall framing of gender roles is not a central focus of the narrative.
Does Masterminds have lgbtq+ themes?
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters explicitly mentioned in the book's narrative. Search results reference broader discussions about Gordon Korman's works but do not indicate LGBTQ+ content in 'Masterminds'.
