A String in the Harp
by Nancy Bond
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1976
A young girl named Elspeth travels to a remote Scottish island and discovers a hidden world connected to ancient music and a mysterious past.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Some mild peril and suspenseful situations occur.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
Substance use is not depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some atmospheric suspense and eerie moments exist.
The story involves ancient music with magical properties.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
A magical and somewhat mystical worldview is present.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElspeth shows courage in exploring the unknown.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
Elspeth's curiosity and connection to the island are shown.
Themes of forgiveness or repentance are absent.
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