Richard's Castle
by Susan Coon
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A young boy named Richard inherits a mysterious castle and must uncover its secrets and the truth about his family.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Mild peril and suspense are present as Richard explores.
No profanity is used by the characters.
The book does not contain any blasphemous content.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The castle setting and its secrets create some suspense.
There are hints of the supernatural but not overt occultism.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story focuses on historical mystery and family.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRichard shows courage in facing the castle's mysteries.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Family loyalty and bonds are explored within the story.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent from the plot.
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