Confessions of a Murder Suspect
by James Patterson, Maxine Paetro
jimmy patterson 2012
Challenging read for 4th–8th grade
Reading level 9 (High School) is above the ages 9–14 interest range
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About this book
James Patterson returns to the genre that made him famous with a #1 New York Times bestselling teen detective novel about the mysterious Angel family...and the dark secrets they're keeping from one another. On the night Malcolm and Maud Angel are murdered, Tandy Angel knows just three things: 1. She was the last person to see her parents alive. 2. The police have no suspects besides Tandy and her three siblings. 3. She can't trust anyone-maybe not even herself. As Tandy sets out to clear the family name, she begins to recall flashes of experiences long buried in her vulnerable psyche. These memories shed light on her family's dark secrets, and digging deeper into her powerful parents' affairs proves to be a disturbing and dangerous game. Who knows what any of the Angels are truly capable of?
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Confessions of a Murder Suspect right for my child?
It depends — here's what to consider for Confessions of a Murder Suspect. The reading level is AR 9, which is typical for High School. The interest level is rated , meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 9–14 (4th–8th grade).
How long does it take to read Confessions of a Murder Suspect?
At a typical High School reading pace, Confessions of a Murder Suspect takes around 2.9h to finish. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does Confessions of a Murder Suspect have an AR quiz?
Yes — Confessions of a Murder Suspect has an AR quiz available, worth 9 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is Confessions of a Murder Suspect?
Confessions of a Murder Suspect has an AR reading level of 9, which places it at a High School reading difficulty. The interest level is rated — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.