Not scarlet but gold
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1962
A group of young people on holiday in the English countryside uncover a historical mystery connected to a local legend.
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.
Mild peril and suspenseful situations occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
No scary or horror elements are included.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on adventure and historical discovery.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe characters demonstrate courage in their investigations.
Faith is not a prominent theme in the narrative.
Friendship and a shared sense of adventure are key.
Themes of curiosity and uncovering the past are present.
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