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Teens · Ages 13–15

Inside the Illusion

by Katherine Applegate

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A group of friends uses their skills to expose a corrupt politician and his deceptive magic show.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

There are some tense situations and mild peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

The book does not contain blasphemous language.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this story.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some moments of suspense might be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft40

The story features a magician using illusions that border on the supernatural.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story critiques deception and manipulation, which can be seen as a worldview element.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The friends show courage in confronting injustice.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty among the main characters are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The idea of exposing truth could be loosely linked to repentance.

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