The tale of Angelino Brown
by David Almond
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2017
A young boy in London discovers a mysterious connection to a hidden world and a strange creature named Angelino.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Mild peril and chase sequences occur.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Some slightly unsettling or strange imagery is present.
The magical elements are presented as natural and mysterious.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview explores wonder and the unknown.
No negative portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows bravery in exploring the unknown.
Faith is not a theme; the focus is on wonder.
The boy's connection with Angelino shows a unique love.
Acceptance of the unusual is a subtle theme.
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