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Young Adults · Ages 15+

In the skin of a monster

by Kathryn Barker

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A teenager grapples with a disturbing transformation and the dark secrets of her past.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are some unsettling and suggestive themes.

Violence / Gore60

The story contains disturbing imagery and violence.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Themes of self-loathing and distress are present.

Scary / Disturbing70

The book is intentionally scary and disturbing.

Occult & Witchcraft40

Supernatural and monstrous elements are central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

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 & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are central.

Love & Friendship20

Some familial connections are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No specific themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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