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Teens · Ages 13–15

Nowhere Emporium

by Ross MacKenzie

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A young boy discovers a magical shop that can grant wishes, but each wish comes with a hidden cost.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this fantasy novel.

Violence / Gore10

Some peril arises from the consequences of magical wishes.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not used in the dialogue or narration.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is featured in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme within the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No depictions of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing20

The magical shop and its effects can be slightly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft40

The story features a magical shop and wish-granting, bordering on occult.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The reliance on magic for solutions may subtly challenge faith.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters face difficult choices and consequences of their desires.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are central to the plot.

Love & Friendship10

Friendship and loyalty are tested and affirmed.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn about responsibility and the impact of their choices.

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