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Troubling a Star (Austin Family Chronicles #5) cover
Teens · Ages 13–17

Troubling a Star (Austin Family Chronicles #5)

by Madeleine L'Engle

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

Vicky Austin and her family travel to Scotland where she encounters a mysterious young man and a strange star.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic feelings are explored between Vicky and Adam.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the story.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mysterious elements might be slightly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The star and Adam's nature hint at supernatural elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story touches on spiritual and cosmic themes.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Vicky shows courage in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope20

There are allusions to spiritual concepts and faith.

Love & Friendship30

Vicky experiences budding romantic feelings and family love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.

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