A scent of murder
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1987
A young woman named Sarah investigates a series of murders in a small town, uncovering dark secrets and facing danger.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension exists between Sarah and a potential suspect.
Descriptions of murder and its aftermath are present.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included in the story.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The atmosphere is suspenseful with moments of unease.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in pursuing the truth despite risks.
Faith is not a central focus of the characters' lives.
Some characters exhibit care and concern for others.
Themes of grace and repentance are not prominent.
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