The cottage
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1973
A young girl named Sarah finds solace and adventure in a secluded cottage after her family moves. She discovers a hidden world and learns about herself.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Mild peril occurs when Sarah explores the woods alone.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
No blasphemous language is included in the text.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some mild suspense arises from Sarah's explorations.
No occult or supernatural elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview presented is generally wholesome and family-oriented.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows courage in facing new situations and exploring.
Faith is implicitly present through family values and resilience.
Familial love and the development of self-love are explored.
Themes of resilience and finding joy are present.
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