Ruined
by Paula Morris
Read if you're interested in supernatural, mystery, or books for young adult.
This Young Adult novel follows Rebecca Brown, a New Orleans teenager who finds herself entangled in a supernatural mystery involving ghosts and historical secrets. As she navigates her new life and social dynamics, she uncovers the tragic past of a local ghost and attempts to bring peace to the restless spirit.
- — Explores themes of historical injustice and the consequences of past actions, which can be a valuable lesson.
- — Highlights the power of compassion and empathy towards those who have suffered.
- — Promotes research and critical thinking as the protagonist solves the mystery.
- — The central plot revolves heavily around communication with and appeasement of ghosts, which is contrary to biblical teachings against necromancy and spiritism (Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Leviticus 19:31).
- — Supernatural elements are presented in a way that could normalize or encourage practices inconsistent with Christian faith.
- — While the protagonist is generally well-intentioned, the methods employed to 'help' the ghost are rooted in occultic practices rather than a biblical worldview.
Christian readers, especially young adults, should approach 'Ruined' with extreme caution and strong discernment. While it offers an intriguing mystery, its positive message is overshadowed by its foundational premise involving communication with the dead. It is not recommended for those looking for biblically sound themes or seeking to avoid exposure to occultic concepts.
“Christian readers, especially young adults, should approach 'Ruined' with extreme caution and strong discernment. While it offers an intriguing mystery, its positive message is overshadowed by its foundational premise involving communication with the dead. It is not recommended for those looking for biblically sound themes or seeking to avoid exposure to occultic concepts.”
- —Explores themes of historical injustice and the consequences of past actions, which can be a valuable lesson.
- —Highlights the power of compassion and empathy towards those who have suffered.
- —Promotes research and critical thinking as the protagonist solves the mystery.
- —The central plot revolves heavily around communication with and appeasement of ghosts, which is contrary to biblical teachings against necromancy and spiritism (Deuteronomy 18:10-12, Leviticus 19:31).
- —Supernatural elements are presented in a way that could normalize or encourage practices inconsistent with Christian faith.
- —While the protagonist is generally well-intentioned, the methods employed to 'help' the ghost are rooted in occultic practices rather than a biblical worldview.
- —The book doesn't offer a Christian perspective on death, the afterlife, or spiritual warfare, which could leave readers with unbiblical understandings.
- —Some mature themes implied through historical injustice and tragic events, though not explicitly detailed.
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