The Shades
by Betty Brock
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1971
A young girl named Louise moves to a new town and encounters mysterious shadows.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Mild peril and frightening situations occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The mysterious shadows create a suspenseful atmosphere.
The shadows have a vaguely supernatural, unexplained nature.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on personal discovery and facing fears.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLouise shows bravery in confronting the unknown.
Christian faith is not a central element.
Louise forms bonds of friendship with others.
Overcoming fear and finding understanding are themes.
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