A cageful of butterflies
by Lesley Beake
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
A young girl named Sarah is sent to live with her aunt and uncle after her mother's death. She struggles to adjust to her new life and the secrets her aunt keeps.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Some mild violence occurs during a confrontation between characters.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
Some scenes may be unsettling due to emotional distress.
No occult or supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on personal struggles, not a worldview promotion.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in facing her grief and new circumstances.
Christian faith is not a central theme or element.
Love is shown through family care, though not always expressed openly.
Moments of understanding and acceptance offer a sense of grace.
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