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Teens · Ages 13–15

Return to Groosham Grange

by Anthony Horowitz

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1990

Nicholas is sent to a magical boarding school where he discovers dark secrets and faces dangerous challenges.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

Some mild peril and chase scenes occur at Groosham Grange.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some unsettling magical elements create mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The school is a magical institution with dark undertones.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on magic and adventure, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Nicholas shows courage facing the school's dangers.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty are shown between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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