The empty house
by Alison Hawes
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
Two siblings, Sarah and Tom, move into a new house and discover it is haunted by a former resident, leading them to investigate its history.
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 this story.
Mildly frightening situations and suspense are present.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The presence of a ghost creates a scary atmosphere.
The story involves a ghost and supernatural elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is neutral, focusing on the supernatural.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe siblings show courage in facing the ghost.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Sibling bonds and family support are important.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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