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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Hidden in plain sight

by Ellie McDonald

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A young woman named Sarah navigates her complicated family relationships and discovers hidden truths about her past while working at a local library.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension exists between Sarah and a boy.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the narrative.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is realistic and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Sarah shows courage in facing family issues.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not depicted in the story.

Love & Friendship20

Developing romantic feelings are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Sarah learns to forgive family members.

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