Do not read, or else!
by Pat Moon
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
A young girl named Lily is warned by her grandmother not to open a forbidden door, but curiosity leads her to disobey.
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 story.
Mild peril and frightening situations occur when Lily disobeys.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
No substance use is depicted in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The forbidden door and its contents create a scary atmosphere.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLily shows some courage in facing her fears.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The story focuses on curiosity and disobedience, not self-giving love.
The narrative does not emphasize grace, mercy, or repentance.
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