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The Great Good Thing (The Sylvie Cycle #1) cover
Children · Ages 10–14

The Great Good Thing (The Sylvie Cycle #1)

by Roderick Townley

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

Sylvie discovers a hidden world and a magical object that leads her on an adventure to save her community.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

20/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore20

There are some mild challenges and dangers Sylvie faces.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some suspenseful moments exist during the adventure.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story features magic, a hidden world, and magical objects.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story centers on magic and a hidden world.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Sylvie demonstrates courage as she embarks on her quest.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.

Love & Friendship40

Sylvie's motivation is to protect her community, showing care.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of bravery and responsibility are present.

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