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Teens · Ages 13–17

Saving Maddie

by Varian Johnson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

Maddie's life is upended when her father is arrested for murder, forcing her to confront difficult truths about her family and community.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest is present between characters.

Violence / Gore30

The book discusses a murder and its aftermath.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some suspenseful moments may be present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on human justice.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Maddie shows courage facing her family's crisis.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from this story.

Love & Friendship30

Familial love and loyalty are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of seeking truth and justice are present.

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