Black mirror
by Nancy Werlin
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A teenage girl named Frances is sent to live with her aunt and uncle after her mother's death, where she discovers a hidden world of magic and danger.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentFrances experiences a budding romance with a boy named Liam.
There are scenes of peril and some mild physical altercations.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The story contains elements of suspense and unsettling magical occurrences.
Magic and witchcraft are central to the plot and character abilities.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The magical system operates outside of a Christian framework.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFrances shows courage in facing magical threats.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Frances develops a protective affection for her aunt and uncle.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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