The Night Mare
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1995
A young boy named Michael encounters a mysterious, magical mare that leads him on an adventure through a dreamlike landscape.
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.
There are some tense moments and mild peril.
No profanity is present.
No blasphemy is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The dreamlike atmosphere and some imagery can be slightly unsettling.
The mare has magical, almost supernatural qualities.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story has a mystical and somewhat ambiguous worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMichael shows bravery in exploring the unknown.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Michael forms a connection with the mare.
The story explores themes of wonder and discovery.
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