The Dark-Thirty: Southern Tales of the Supernatural
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
This collection features ten spooky stories set in the American South, exploring themes of folklore, history, and the supernatural.
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 these tales.
Some stories depict mild peril and ghostly threats.
No profanity is used in the narratives.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
Several stories are designed to be frightening for young readers.
Ghosts and spirits are central to many of the supernatural tales.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The stories focus on Southern folklore and history.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters face frightening situations with bravery.
Christian faith is not a central theme in these stories.
Some stories show familial bonds and community support.
Themes of redemption or mercy are not prominent.
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