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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Monster Within

by Kelly Hashway

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young girl discovers a hidden monster within herself and must learn to control it before it consumes her.

Concern Level

40/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

Sexual content is absent from the narrative.

Violence / Gore40

The monster causes destruction and physical harm.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemous content is not present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing50

The monster's actions and appearance can be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are not present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is focused on internal struggles.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist shows courage in fighting her inner monster.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a component of the story.

Love & Friendship20

Familial love and friendship are important support systems.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Self-control and overcoming internal struggles are themes.

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