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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Following the Mystery Man

by Mary Downing Hahn

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1988

A young girl becomes increasingly frightened by a mysterious man who seems to be following her.

Concern Level

49/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

2/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this suspenseful story.

Violence / Gore15

Threatening behavior and implied danger are present.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing70

The constant threat and unknown nature of the man are very scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on fear and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The protagonist shows some resilience under duress.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this story.

Love & Friendship0

Love is not a central focus.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not explored.

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