The stepmonster
by Joanna Nadin
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2015
A young girl navigates a difficult relationship with her new stepmother, who seems determined to make her life miserable.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Emotional conflict and harsh words are present.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The stepmother's behavior can be unsettling.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
A secular, family-focused worldview is presented.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows resilience in difficult circumstances.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Family relationships are explored, though strained.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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