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A DEADLY GAME OF MAGIC cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

A DEADLY GAME OF MAGIC

by Joan Lowery Nixon

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1983

A teenage girl named Sarah investigates a series of mysterious deaths at a remote island resort, uncovering a dangerous secret.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some peril and danger are present as characters face threats.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The suspenseful plot and mysterious deaths create some scary moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sarah shows courage in facing dangerous situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme or element.

Love & Friendship10

Some familial concern is shown, but not self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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