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Teens · Ages 14–16

The king in the garden

by Leon Garfield

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1984

A young boy named Thomas is sent to live with his uncle and becomes entangled in a dangerous plot.

Concern Level

16/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore20

Features chases, threats, and a sense of danger.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is present in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.

Scary / Disturbing15

The story has a suspenseful and sometimes menacing atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on human nature and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Thomas displays bravery and resourcefulness in perilous situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship10

Loyalty and protection of others are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of facing adversity and finding one's place are present.

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