The closet in the hall
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
This story follows a young protagonist who discovers a hidden closet in their home, leading to a series of mysterious and perhaps unsettling events.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Mild peril or threats may be present.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
Themes of anxiety and fear are present.
The story contains suspenseful and potentially unsettling moments.
There are hints of supernatural or unexplained phenomena.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative focuses on personal discovery and mystery.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows curiosity in exploring the mystery.
No specific Christian faith elements are central to the plot.
Family relationships are a backdrop to the mystery.
The story does not focus on themes of grace or mercy.
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