The Frighteners
by Pete Johnson
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A group of friends discovers they can see ghosts and must help them find peace.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Mild peril and frightening situations occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The presence of ghosts can be frightening.
Ghosts and the afterlife are central themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The depiction of ghosts may conflict with some beliefs.
No specific religious figures are central to the plot.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe friends show courage in facing the unknown.
No Christian faith elements are present.
The friends help the ghosts out of compassion.
Resolution brings peace to the spirits.
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