The meat in the sandwich
by Alice Bach
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1975
A young girl navigates the complexities of family and friendship during a summer vacation.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension exists between characters.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The story is not scary or frightening.
Occult themes or witchcraft are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present or affirmed.
The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show quiet courage in difficult situations.
Faith is implied through moral choices, not explicit prayer.
Family love and friendship are central themes.
Forgiveness and understanding are shown between characters.
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