The Fetch of Mardy Watt
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A young boy named Mardy Watt encounters a mysterious fetch, a spirit that helps him confront his fears and understand his past.
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.
There is some mild peril and confrontation with the fetch.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The fetch can be slightly unsettling but not truly frightening.
The fetch is a supernatural entity, bordering on occult themes.
LGBTQ+ themes and characters are not present.
The supernatural elements may conflict with some worldviews.
God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMardy confronts his fears with the fetch's assistance.
Christian faith elements are not explicitly present.
Mardy learns to understand and connect with the fetch.
Themes of grace and mercy are not central.
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