House of Shadows
by Andre Norton
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A young woman inherits a mysterious house filled with secrets and a dangerous past.
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 this book.
There are elements of danger and peril.
No profanity is used in this book.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is depicted in this book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this book.
The house and its history create a scary atmosphere.
The story involves supernatural elements and a haunted house.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted in this book.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in facing the unknown.
No true Christian faith elements are central.
No self-giving love is a central theme.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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