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Tales from a Not-So-Happy Birthday cover
Children · Ages 9–13

Tales from a Not-So-Happy Birthday

by Rachel Renée Russell

Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2018

Nikki Maxwell's birthday party plans are disrupted by a series of unfortunate events and her ongoing rivalry with Mackenzie.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

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 themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is lighthearted and not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on everyday school and social dynamics.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Nikki tries to salvage her birthday despite setbacks.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Nikki values her friendships and family relationships.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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