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Teens · Ages 13–15

The town of Turtle

by Michelle Cuevas

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2018

In the peculiar town of Turtle, where residents are literally tied to their homes, a young girl named Agnes navigates a strange and isolated existence.

Concern Level

7/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore0

Violence is absent from the narrative and character interactions.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by any characters in the book.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme or element within the story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted or discussed in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not a topic in this story.

Scary / Disturbing10

The town's unusual nature and isolation create mild unease.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are not present in the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes or characters are absent from the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Agnes shows quiet courage in facing her unusual circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship30

Agnes experiences familial love and a desire for connection.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

There are subtle themes of acceptance and understanding.

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