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Teens · Ages 13–16

Tanglewood

by Margaret Wild

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young girl named Sarah is sent to live with her aunt and uncle in the countryside after her parents' death. She struggles to adjust to her new life and the secrets her aunt keeps.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and threat are present as Sarah navigates a dangerous situation.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some unsettling and suspenseful moments create mild fear.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements appear in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is secular and focuses on human resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Sarah shows courage in facing her fears and difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a prominent theme in the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Sarah develops a sense of love and loyalty towards her aunt.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

There are themes of overcoming adversity and finding hope.

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