Dear Venny, dear Saffron
by Gary Crew
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2000
Two estranged sisters, Venny and Saffron, reconnect and confront a dark family secret tied to their childhood home.
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 the book.
Some unsettling events and implied danger are present.
No profanity is present in the book.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The atmosphere is suspenseful and contains disturbing elements.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores psychological themes without a strong worldview focus.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show resilience in confronting difficult truths.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Sisterly love and familial bonds are explored.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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