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Teens · Ages 13–16

Julia and the third bad thing

by Barbara Brooks Wallace

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1975

Julia travels to a remote island with her family and encounters strange occurrences and a mysterious boy.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspenseful situations occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some unsettling and mysterious events create mild fear.

Occult & Witchcraft40

Hints of supernatural or unexplained phenomena exist.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story touches on unexplained phenomena.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Julia shows bravery exploring the island's mysteries.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme in the story.

Love & Friendship15

Family bonds and curiosity drive the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters show resilience in facing the unknown.

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