An enemy at Green Knowe
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1964
A young boy named Tolly discovers a hidden world and a mysterious boy named Old Eric at the ancient Green Knowe estate.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Mild peril and unsettling situations occur at Green Knowe.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
The atmosphere can be eerie and suspenseful for younger readers.
The story involves mysterious occurrences and a sense of the uncanny.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The narrative explores themes of time and memory, not Christian doctrine.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTolly shows curiosity and bravery in exploring the estate.
Faith is not a theme in this story.
A sense of connection and understanding develops between Tolly and Eric.
Grace and repentance are not themes in this book.
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