A Place Apart
by Paula Fox
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
A sensitive young girl named Ellen navigates the complexities of family, friendship, and her own identity during a summer stay with relatives.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic feelings are explored between characters.
No violence is depicted in this story.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
Focus is on personal growth rather than explicit worldview.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEllen shows courage in facing her insecurities.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Ellen experiences familial love and budding friendships.
Ellen learns about understanding and empathy.
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