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Hemlock cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Hemlock

by Kathleen Peacock

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

In a village where girls are sacrificed to a forest monster, a young woman tries to save her sister.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore70

Graphic violence includes ritual sacrifice and brutal attacks by the monster.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing80

The monster and the sacrifices create a very scary atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Amy shows immense courage facing the monster and village traditions.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship50

Amy's love for her sister drives her actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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