Obernewtyn
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
Elspeth is sent to a mysterious boarding school where she discovers her latent psychic abilities.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are some tense confrontations and threats.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The school's secrets and atmosphere create unease.
The story features psychic powers and telekinesis.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElspeth shows bravery in uncovering the truth.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Friendships form between the students at Obernewtyn.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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