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SAVVY

Ingrid Law

Mibs is about to receive the supernatural abilities that run in her family.

Ages 10+Source checked

Why this age? Best suited to readers around 10 and up because of a serious car accident, hospitalization, family grief, peril, and emotionally complex growing-up themes, alongside gentle romance and fantasy. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age10+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5
  • Religious themes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

A grandmother has died before the story begins, and family memories and grief are part of the emotional background.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Mention of an accident and injuries, but no graphic descriptions.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Uses very mild, age-appropriate language.

Religious themes2/5
Why this rating?

A Bible bus, a preacher's family, and religiously associated settings appear as part of the story world.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Teen crushes, romantic interest, and an adult relationship are present but secondary to family and coming-of-age themes.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Some tense moments regarding the father's condition and the journey, but nothing intentionally frightening.

Violence2/5
Why this rating?

Includes a serious 10-car pile-up accident and minor conflicts related to supernatural abilities.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates significant bravery in setting out to help her family.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The novel strongly encourages imaginative thinking through distinctive magical abilities, inventive world-building, and unusual family lore.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a variety of personalities and abilities, though not particularly focused on demographic diversity.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Indirectly explores themes of empathy and emotional intelligence.

Kindness & empathy4/5
Why this rating?

Kindness and empathy are key themes in the protagonists' interactions.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes family loyalty, perseverance, accepting differences, responsibility for unusual abilities, and growing into one's identity.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Characters display resilience, care for others, and personal growth despite challenges.

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