Crumbling Castle
by Sarah Hayes
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A young girl named Sarah discovers a hidden world within her crumbling ancestral home, encountering magical elements and family secrets.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story about Sarah's discoveries.
Mild peril exists as Sarah explores the old castle.
No profanity is used in this fantasy novel.
No blasphemy is present in this magical story.
No substance abuse is featured in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this narrative.
The crumbling castle setting can be mildly spooky for some readers.
Magical elements and hidden powers are central to the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.
The story incorporates magical elements as part of its world.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows bravery exploring the mysterious castle.
Christian faith is not a theme in this fantasy story.
Family bonds are explored, but not as a central virtue.
Grace and mercy are not prominent themes in this book.
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