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Teens · Ages 11–14

The Josie Gambit

by Mary Francis Shura

Age rating: Ages 11–14 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1986

A young girl named Josie uses her strategic mind to navigate a complex family situation.

Concern Level

0/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The book does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Josie demonstrates intelligence and strategic thinking.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship10

Family relationships and understanding are key.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not explored.

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