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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Secrets in the shadows

by Anne E. Schraff

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A group of teenagers investigates mysterious events happening in their town, uncovering secrets and facing danger.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension exists between some characters.

Violence / Gore30

The mystery involves some tense situations and potential threats.

Profanity / Language5

Very mild, infrequent profanity may appear.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The mystery elements create a suspenseful and sometimes scary atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this mystery.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The focus is on solving the mystery, not promoting specific worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The teens demonstrate bravery in pursuing the truth.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a significant element in the plot.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are important motivators for the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Justice and truth-seeking are implicitly valued.

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