Monstrous affections
by Kelly Link
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2014
This collection of short stories features fantastical and often unsettling tales with a focus on unusual relationships and emotions.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome stories contain mature themes and suggestive situations.
Mild violence and unsettling events occur in some stories.
Some profanity may be present in the dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the stories.
Themes of despair or sadness may appear.
Hints of self-harm or emotional distress are present.
Several stories have a creepy or unsettling atmosphere.
Occult or supernatural elements are common in the tales.
Some stories may explore non-traditional relationships.
The stories often present ambiguous or unconventional worldviews.
No portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters sometimes face difficult emotional challenges.
Faith is not a theme in these stories.
Explores complex and sometimes dark forms of connection.
The stories often leave readers with lingering questions.
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