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Teens · Ages 13–16

The Cavendish Home for Boys and Girls

by Clare Legrand

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young girl is sent to a mysterious boarding school for boys and girls, where she uncovers dark secrets.

Concern Level

43/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

There are elements of threat and unease within the school.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing60

The atmosphere is unsettling and filled with suspenseful mysteries.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured in the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on mystery and character, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows bravery in investigating the school's secrets.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme or element in this book.

Love & Friendship30

The protagonist forms tentative friendships within the school.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent from the narrative.

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