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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Murderer Wore New Shoes

by Ceci Brandon

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A detective investigates a series of murders where the victims are found wearing new shoes, leading to a surprising culprit.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this mystery novel.

Violence / Gore40

The book describes murder victims and the investigation of crimes.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The subject matter of murder can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on solving a crime, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The detective shows determination in solving the case.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship0

No themes of love are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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