The Killing Tree
by Jay Bennett
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1972
A group of teenagers finds themselves in a dangerous situation when they explore an abandoned house and encounter a mysterious threat.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension exists between some characters.
Characters face physical danger and threats of harm.
Some moderate profanity is used by characters.
Mild blasphemy may occur in moments of distress.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
Characters experience fear and psychological distress.
The story contains frightening and suspenseful elements.
There are hints of the supernatural or unexplained.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this book.
Characters may question authority or fate.
God and Christians are not a focus of this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTeenagers show bravery in a perilous situation.
True Christian faith is not a focus.
Friendship bonds are tested under pressure.
Grace, mercy, and repentance are not explored.
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