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The Midnight Horse (Sandy Lane Stables) cover
Teens · Ages 13–15

The Midnight Horse (Sandy Lane Stables)

by Michelle Bates

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A young girl's summer job at a stable leads to a mystery involving a missing horse and a hidden secret connected to the property.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril exists as characters investigate the mystery.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

The text is free of blasphemous language.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

There are no instances of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing10

The mystery elements create mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft elements are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on mystery and adventure, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows courage in solving the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship30

Friendships and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not explored.

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