The Sweetness at the Bottom of the Pie (Flavia de Luce, #1)
by Alan Bradley
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
In 1950s England, 11-year-old Flavia de Luce, an aspiring chemist, investigates a murder in her family's decaying mansion.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
A dead body is discovered, and a murder weapon is described.
No profanity is present in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is present in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is present in this book.
The discovery of a dead body might be unsettling for some readers.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present in this book.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The worldview presented is generally traditional and secular.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFlavia shows courage in pursuing the truth despite danger.
No explicit Christian faith elements are central to the story.
Family loyalty and Flavia's affection for her dog are shown.
Flavia's intelligence and determination are positive traits.
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