The House with a Clock in Its Walls (Lewis Barnavelt, #1)
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
A young orphan discovers he has magical abilities and must uncover the secrets of a mysterious clock.
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.
Some peril and mild conflict are present.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No significant themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story contains some spooky and mysterious elements.
Magic and witchcraft are central to the plot and characters.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The narrative centers on magic and the supernatural.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceProtagonist shows bravery in facing magical challenges.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Some familial affection and loyalty are shown.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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