The shadow from the past
by David Orme
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
A teenage boy inherits an old house and discovers a hidden past connected to a mysterious shadow from his family's history.
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 in this mystery novel.
There are moments of suspense and mild peril.
Profanity is absent from the text.
No blasphemous content is included in the book.
Substance use is not a theme in this story.
The book does not depict suicide or self-harm.
The 'shadow' and unexplained occurrences create a suspenseful atmosphere.
The 'shadow' element hints at supernatural or ghostly phenomena.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story focuses on uncovering family history and confronting the past.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows determination in uncovering the truth.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the book.
The protagonist's actions are driven by a desire for understanding.
The focus is on mystery and resolution, not moral lessons.
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