The secret in the old lace
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1980
Nancy Drew investigates a mysterious theft and a hidden fortune connected to an old lace-making family.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo romantic or sexual content is present in the story.
There are mentions of theft and potential danger.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The mystery is intriguing but not scary.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story focuses on solving a mystery.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNancy Drew shows bravery in pursuing the truth.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Nancy is loyal to her friends and her father.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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