The higher power of Lucky
by Susan Patron
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
Lucky, a young girl, navigates life on a ranch with her grandmother and a wise old horse.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril occurs when Lucky is lost in the desert.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is featured.
The desert setting can be mildly frightening for some readers.
No occult or witchcraft elements are included.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLucky shows quiet courage facing her challenges.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Love is shown through family care and connection.
Moments of understanding and acceptance occur.
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