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Teens · Ages 13–17

Vanishing girl

by Shane Peacock

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A young girl named Simone is sent to a remote boarding school in the Canadian wilderness after her mother's death. She struggles to adapt to the harsh environment and the secrets held by the school.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

There are mentions of past violence and threats of harm.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing40

The isolated setting and mysterious events create a suspenseful atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on personal struggles and mystery, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Simone shows courage in facing her fears and the unknown.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme or element in the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Simone develops tentative friendships and connections.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of overcoming adversity are present, but not explicitly grace-focused.

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