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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

A Deadly Promise

by Joan Lowery Nixon

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1992

A teenage girl named Jenny investigates a series of suspicious events surrounding a wealthy family.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore30

Threats, kidnapping, and implied danger are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.

Scary / Disturbing40

The suspenseful plot and dangerous situations can be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on a mystery plot, not a worldview promotion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Jenny shows bravery and determination in solving the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Family loyalty and concern are present themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of justice and uncovering the truth are present.

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