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Teens · Ages 13–15

Bone to Pick

by Gina McMurchy-Barber

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A young girl named Willow discovers she can communicate with the dead through her art, leading her to solve a mystery involving a ghost.

Concern Level

53/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

A brief mention of a past violent death occurs.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The presence of a ghost and a mysterious death may be slightly scary.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The protagonist communicates with ghosts and uses art to interact with the spirit world.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Willow shows courage in facing the unknown and the ghost.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Willow shows care for the ghost and her family.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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