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Teens · Ages 13–15

Sammy Keyes and the Hotel Thief

by Wendelin Van Draanen

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

Young detective Sammy Keyes investigates a series of mysterious events at a grand hotel during her summer vacation.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and chase scenes occur during investigations.

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 instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense surrounds the hotel mysteries.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a secular, adventure-focused worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Sammy demonstrates bravery and resourcefulness in solving mysteries.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are important to Sammy.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story emphasizes problem-solving and observation skills.

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