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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Hanging Hill

by Chris Grabenstein

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

Two teenagers, one from a wealthy family and one from a struggling one, navigate a dangerous mystery in their town.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore60

Characters face threats, chases, and physical danger.

Profanity / Language20

Some moderate profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing50

The mystery involves dark secrets and suspenseful situations.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or supernatural elements are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and their faith are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonists demonstrate bravery in uncovering the truth.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a significant element.

Love & Friendship20

Loyalty and friendship are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some sense of justice and righting wrongs is present.

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