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Teens · Ages 13–15

The Night Gardener

by Jonathan Auxier

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

Two siblings discover a mysterious, sentient house that feeds on memories and secrets, forcing them to confront their past.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and threats are present, but no graphic violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing70

The sentient house and its actions create a scary atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The house's nature borders on the supernatural, but not explicit witchcraft.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The siblings show courage facing the house's psychological threats.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Sibling love and protection are key themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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