Kathleen, please come home
by Scott O’Dell
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
When Kathleen disappears, her younger sister, Brenda, searches for her, uncovering family secrets and dealing with her own grief.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The mystery involves a disappearance, implying potential danger.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous content is included in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No suicide or self-harm is present in the story.
The mystery of a disappearance can create some suspense.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story focuses on family dynamics and mystery, not a worldview.
No religious figures are portrayed in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBrenda shows courage in searching for her sister.
No Christian faith elements are present in the story.
The story explores the deep bond between sisters.
Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.
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