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Children · Ages 9–13

A year in a castle

by Rachel Coombs

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young girl spends a year living in a medieval castle with her aunt and uncle.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril exists, like navigating castle life.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is neutral, focusing on historical experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The protagonist shows some bravery adapting to new surroundings.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this historical story.

Love & Friendship40

Family love and care are central to the narrative.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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