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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Memory

by Margaret Mahy

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

Laura, a young girl, grapples with the disappearance of her mother and the unsettling changes in her family and home.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore10

Some emotional distress and unsettling situations occur.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Laura experiences significant emotional distress and anxiety.

Scary / Disturbing60

The atmosphere is unsettling and suspenseful with psychological horror.

Occult & Witchcraft20

There are hints of supernatural or uncanny occurrences.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores psychological themes, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Laura shows resilience in facing disturbing events.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship20

Laura's love for her mother is a central motivation.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of memory and perception are explored.

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