Afraid
by Janine Amos
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
A young girl named Sarah is haunted by a terrifying presence after her family moves into a new house.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Mild peril and frightening situations occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The story features significant scary and suspenseful moments.
No occult or witchcraft themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is secular and focuses on fear.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSarah shows some courage facing her fears.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Sarah's family shows concern for her.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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