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The Legend of Bass Reeves: Being the True Account of the Most Valiant Marshal in the West
(2006, Fiction - Historical Fiction, Written by Gary Paulsen)
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Not age appropriate for kids under 10, age appropriate for kids over 12; suggested age 10. -
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Common Sense says
Gritty fictional take on a forgotten true story.
Why We Rated This 
for Ages 10–12
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What Parents Need to Know
About The Legend of Bass Reeves: Being the True Account of the Most Valiant Marshal in the West
Parents need to know that there's lots of violence here, and it's matter-of-factly graphic. People (and a few animals) are shot, beaten, tortured, burned, injured, and killed. The main character kills repeatedly, though mostly as a lawman carrying out his duties, or in self-defense. He sees a man being skinned and burned, finds the bodies of children who have been scalped, and lots more. It's all completely appropriate to the subject matter, but definitely not for the faint-hearted.
Read our full review by Matt Berman
Families Can Talk About
- Families can talk about the case Paulsen makes for Reeves being a better hero than the usual Western legends. What do you think of his statements? What evidence does he present?
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I rate this title on for age 17 and give it- My highlights are:
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- Good role models
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