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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

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by Beth Chambers

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A group of teens are trapped in a house with a mysterious entity, forcing them to confront their fears and secrets.

Concern Level

72/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some romantic tension and implied intimacy may occur.

Violence / Gore60

The entity inflicts physical harm and death on characters.

Profanity / Language40

Profanity is used by the characters under duress.

Blasphemy20

The entity's nature may involve dark or blasphemous elements.

Substance Use10

Desperation may lead to thoughts of self-harm.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters may experience intense fear and distress.

Scary / Disturbing80

The presence of the entity creates a terrifying atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The entity and its influence suggest occult or supernatural forces.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not prominent in this horror story.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story focuses on fear and survival, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters must show courage to survive the entity.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element in this story.

Love & Friendship10

Survival and protecting each other are key motivations.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not explicit themes in this story.

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