The Goblin Wood
by Hilari Bell
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
A young girl named Anya must navigate a dangerous and magical forest to find her missing brother.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are encounters with dangerous creatures and threats.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The forest setting and its inhabitants can be frightening.
The forest is filled with magical beings and enchantments.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The magic system is not aligned with Christian beliefs.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAnya shows bravery in her quest.
Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.
Anya's love for her brother drives the plot.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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