The Secret Country
by Pamela Dean
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1985
A young girl discovers a hidden world and must navigate its dangers and political intrigue to find her way home.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
There are battles and threats of violence in the fantasy world.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are included.
Some tense situations and dangers exist in the new world.
The magic system is part of the fantasy world's lore.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The fantasy world has its own unique societal structures.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows significant courage in a dangerous world.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and loyalty are important among the characters.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are explored.
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