The Hound of the Baskervilles
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1900
Sherlock Holmes investigates a mysterious death and a legendary spectral hound on the desolate moors of Dartmoor.
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 this classic mystery.
The threat of violence and a death are central to the plot.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The legend of the hound and the moors create a scary atmosphere.
The supernatural hound is a key element of the mystery.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on logic and deduction.
No religious figures or groups are portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHolmes and Watson display courage in facing danger.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty between Holmes and Watson is evident.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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