The fiend next door
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1982
A young girl's life is disrupted when a mysterious and unsettling new neighbor moves in next door.
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 and chase scenes occur involving the fiend.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The fiend's appearance and actions create a scary atmosphere.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows some courage facing the unknown.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Some familial love is shown, but not central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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