Heaven looks a lot like the mall
by Wendy Mass
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A girl finds herself in a place that seems like heaven after a car accident, but things are not as they seem.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present.
The car accident is a traumatic event.
No profanity is present.
No blasphemy is present.
No substance abuse is present.
The premise involves a near-death experience.
The initial confusion and mystery can be unsettling.
No occult elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
Explores concepts of afterlife and purpose, which may differ from a strict Christian view.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters grapple with difficult circumstances and seek understanding.
The concept of heaven and spiritual reflection are present.
Themes of friendship and connection are explored.
The story touches on finding meaning and purpose.
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