The Ghost of Thomas Kempe
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1973
A young boy named Harry is haunted by the ghost of a 17th-century Puritan named Thomas Kempe.
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.
Mildly frightening situations occur with the ghost.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The ghost's presence creates a spooky atmosphere.
The story centers on a ghost and its interactions.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on historical and supernatural elements.
No negative portrayals of Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHarry shows bravery in dealing with the ghost.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
Family relationships are part of the background.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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