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Children · Ages 10–14

The revenge of Samuel Stokes

by Penelope Lively

Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1981

A young boy named Samuel Stokes is haunted by a ghost who demands revenge for a past injustice.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

There is no sexual content in this book.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspense are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The ghost and its demands create a spooky atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves a ghost and supernatural elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A secular, historical worldview is presented.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not featured in this narrative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Samuel shows some bravery in dealing with the ghost.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a component of the story.

Love & Friendship20

Family relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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