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Teens · Ages 11–15

Ysbryd y maswr

by Gareth William Jones

Age rating: Ages 11–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young protagonist named Ysbryd encounters a mysterious spirit or ghost, the 'ysbryd y maswr', in a Welsh setting. They must understand and confront this entity.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this story.

Violence / Gore20

There are elements of suspense and mild peril.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

The book does not contain blasphemous language.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing40

The presence of a spirit can be unsettling or spooky.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The story centers around a ghost and supernatural encounters.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are featured in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story explores folklore and the supernatural.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Ysbryd must show courage to face the spirit.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element.

Love & Friendship20

The story might explore themes of understanding or empathy.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not present.

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