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Teens · Ages 14–16

What Jamie saw

by Carolyn Coman

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

A young boy witnesses a crime and is placed in protective custody, where he forms an unlikely bond with his caretaker.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore40

The story involves witnessing a violent crime and its aftermath.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The suspense and the crime can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular, focusing on human relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Jamie shows courage in dealing with trauma and fear.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

The bond between Jamie and his caretaker shows developing love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of healing and finding safety are present.

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