The listening one
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1962
A young girl named Sarah develops a special ability to hear the thoughts of others, leading her to uncover secrets and help those in need.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Mild suspense or tense situations may occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
Some elements of mystery might be slightly unsettling.
The protagonist's ability to hear thoughts is a supernatural element.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah uses her unique ability courageously to help others.
Faith is not a central theme in the story.
Sarah's desire to help and understand others shows self-giving love.
Themes of understanding, compassion, and using gifts for good are present.
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