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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Ghost abbey

by Robert Westall

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1988

A group of teenagers explores a supposedly haunted abbey in England. They encounter mysterious events and uncover secrets from the past.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspenseful situations are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing70

The story contains significant spooky and unsettling elements.

Occult & Witchcraft10

The presence of ghosts and hauntings is central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview touches on the supernatural and historical mysteries.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not depicted negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The teenagers show some bravery in exploring the abbey.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and sticking together are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of uncovering the past and facing fears are present.

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