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Children · Ages 10–13

The detective's assistant

by Kate Hannigan

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

In 1930s Chicago, a young girl named Jo becomes an assistant to a female detective, solving mysteries.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mysteries involve implied danger and crime.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this book.

Scary / Disturbing10

The mystery elements create mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted in this book.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Jo shows bravery and resourcefulness in solving cases.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship15

Jo's loyalty to the detective is evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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