The Secret History of Tom Trueheart
by Ian Beck
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
Tom Trueheart, a boy who loves stories, finds himself pulled into the world of fairy tales.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo explicit sexual content is present.
Mild peril and conflict occur within the fairy tale settings.
No profanity is used by the characters.
The book does not contain blasphemous language.
No substance use is depicted in the narrative.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some fairy tale villains might be slightly intimidating.
Fairy tale magic and enchanted objects are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The story explores the power of stories and imagination.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTom shows courage in facing fairy tale challenges.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Tom's love for stories and his friends is evident.
The story emphasizes bravery and resourcefulness.
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