Minerva Clark gets a clue
by Karen Karbo
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
Minerva Clark, a quirky teen, investigates a series of mysterious events and a possible murder at her boarding school.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
A dead body is discovered, implying past violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm themes are present.
The discovery of a dead body creates some suspense.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story presents a neutral worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMinerva shows courage in pursuing the truth.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendships are shown, but not central self-giving love.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are explored.
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