The stones of Mourning Creek
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A teenage girl named Maya moves to a remote town and discovers a dark secret connected to the local landscape.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension exists between characters.
There are descriptions of past violence and threats.
Some mild profanity is used by characters.
Occasional casual use of religious terms occurs.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
Themes of despair are present but not explicit self-harm.
The setting and plot create a suspenseful and eerie atmosphere.
The story involves local legends and potentially supernatural occurrences.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story explores folklore and potentially non-Christian beliefs.
No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMaya displays courage in facing the town's secrets.
Christian faith is not a central element of the narrative.
Developing romantic feelings are present but not central.
Themes of forgiveness are hinted at but not explicit.
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