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The Strange Gift of Gwendolyn Golden cover
Teens · Ages 13–16

The Strange Gift of Gwendolyn Golden

by Philippa Dowding

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

Gwendolyn Golden discovers she has a unique gift that allows her to see and interact with ghosts.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Some mild peril related to ghosts may occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The presence of ghosts and spectral encounters may be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The story features ghosts, spirits, and the afterlife.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story explores the supernatural, which may conflict with some worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Gwendolyn must find courage to use her gift.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and family relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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