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Children · Ages 10–13

The cottage at Bantry Bay

by Hilda Van Stockum

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1938

A young girl named Mary finds a magical cottage in Ireland and experiences adventures with her family and new friends.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the book.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild peril and exciting situations occur.

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 suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft20

Elements of gentle magic and folklore are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is generally neutral.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show bravery in exploring.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Family love and friendship are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No specific themes of grace or repentance are central.

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