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Teens · Ages 13–17

The haunting of Miss Cardamon

by Margaret Mahy

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

Two children, Miss Cardamon and her brother, encounter strange happenings and a mysterious presence in their home.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

3/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

The story hints at past emotional distress and conflict.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

The story does not contain any blasphemy.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing40

The mysterious atmosphere and strange events create unease.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show bravery in investigating the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.

Love & Friendship10

Sibling affection and concern are present in the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes in this book.

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