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Is That You, Winter? cover
Teens · Ages 14–16

Is That You, Winter?

by Stephen Gammell

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

A young boy experiences a mysterious and unsettling winter, filled with strange occurrences and a sense of unease.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

The story contains unsettling events, but no graphic violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing80

The atmosphere is deeply unsettling and scary for younger readers.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The story has a supernatural, eerie feel without explicit witchcraft.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on a mysterious atmosphere, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

The protagonist shows some resilience in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship5

Focus is on fear and mystery, not interpersonal love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story is primarily about suspense and unease.

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