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Teens · Ages 11–15

Message in a bottle

by Kathryn Reiss

Age rating: Ages 11–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

A girl finds a mysterious message in a bottle that leads her on a treasure hunt.

Concern Level

11/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore15

There are some tense moments and mild peril during the hunt.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing5

The mystery and search can create mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on solving a mystery, not a worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively as they are absent.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows determination and bravery in her quest.

Faith & Hope0

The story is not based on Christian faith.

Love & Friendship15

Family relationships and friendships are part of the narrative.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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