Holly Starcross
Age rating: Ages 12–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
Holly Starcross, a young girl living in a coastal village, discovers a hidden world of magic and ancient secrets connected to the sea.
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.
Some mild peril and challenging situations occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is included in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is a theme.
Some mysterious and slightly unsettling elements exist.
The story features magic, ancient powers, and mystical connections.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is fantastical, focusing on nature and magic.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHolly shows bravery in exploring the unknown.
No Christian faith elements are central to the plot.
Family bonds and friendship are present.
Themes of discovery and connection to nature are present.
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