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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Cold case

by Julia Platt Leonard

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young detective investigates a cold case involving a missing girl and a suspicious town.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Some mild romantic tension exists between characters.

Violence / Gore20

The story involves a past crime and its investigation.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing15

The mystery and suspense can be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is neutral and not overtly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice25

The protagonist shows determination in solving the case.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not present.

Love & Friendship10

Some friendships and family bonds are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Justice and truth-seeking are underlying themes.

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