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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Maggot Moon

by Sally Gardner

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

In a bleak, oppressive society, a young boy named Todd discovers a hidden truth.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

Violence includes threats and the consequences of an oppressive regime.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing60

The oppressive atmosphere and unknown dangers create fear.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story explores themes of control and freedom, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Todd shows courage in seeking truth and defying authority.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this dystopian narrative.

Love & Friendship40

The desire for truth and freedom drives the protagonist.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Focus is on societal critique, not on grace or repentance.

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