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Teens · Ages 13–15

Pleasing the Ghost

by Sharon Creech

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

A young girl named Mary Alice visits her grandmother and encounters a mysterious ghost, leading to self-discovery and reconciliation.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in this book.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in this book.

Scary / Disturbing20

The ghost presence creates mild suspense for Mary Alice.

Occult & Witchcraft30

A ghost is a central element in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted in this book.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Mary Alice shows some bravery in facing the ghost.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Mary Alice's relationship with her grandmother develops.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No grace, mercy, or repentance is depicted in this book.

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