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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

A Spell to Wake the Dead

by Nicole Lesperance

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman discovers she can communicate with the dead and must use this ability to solve a murder in her town.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some kissing occurs between characters in the story.

Violence / Gore30

There are descriptions of death and violence, including a murder.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the book.

Scary / Disturbing40

The book features ghosts and a murder mystery, creating some suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The protagonist communicates with the dead, a form of necromancy.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters face dangerous situations and act bravely.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme or element.

Love & Friendship40

Characters show care and concern for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of justice and uncovering truth are present.

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