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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Where the staircase ends

by Stacy A. Stokes

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A teenage girl named Sarah struggles with her past and her family's secrets, leading her to a hidden staircase and a journey of self-discovery.

Concern Level

10/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore10

Some emotional conflict and arguments are present.

Profanity / Language5

Minimal, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of past trauma and emotional distress are explored.

Scary / Disturbing5

Some suspenseful moments related to the mystery exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Sarah shows courage in confronting her past.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Sarah learns about forgiveness and understanding.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of healing and moving forward are present.

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