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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Of Monsters and Madness

by Jessica Verday

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A teenage girl named Sarah discovers a dark secret about her family and a mysterious house, leading to unsettling events.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore30

There are moments of threat and implied danger.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing70

The story contains unsettling atmosphere and frightening supernatural elements.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The plot involves supernatural forces and dark secrets.

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

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Sarah shows courage in investigating the mysteries of the house.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this gothic tale.

Love & Friendship30

Family relationships are explored, though often strained.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some characters show concern for Sarah's well-being.

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