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Midwinter of the Spirit

Phil Rickman (1999)

SubgenreDark Fantasy
Age groupAdult 18+
Content ratingPG-13
Pages (Standard (250-400))
SeriesMerrily Watkins #2
Setting
CSM age16
Goodreads4.14

Content levels

ViolenceModerate
Sexual contentNone
LanguageMild

Protagonist archetypes

Reluctant Hero

Synopsis

"An early winter slices though the old city of Hereford, a body is found in the River Wye, an ancient church is desecrated, and there are signs of a dark ritual on the hill overlooking the city. Meanwhile, reports of psychic unrest in the city's cathedral speak of an undying evil lying close to the heart of the Church of England. In this second electrifying tale, exorcist Rev. Merrily Watkins must tread in places where an intangible malevolence thrives uncurbed by the forces of law and order."--Book description.

Is Midwinter of the Spirit appropriate for my child?

Suitable for most readers 16 and up.

This supernatural thriller contains dark occult themes, murder investigation, desecration of churches, and psychological horror involving demonic possession. Violence is present but not graphically detailed; the horror is atmospheric and spiritual rather than gory.

What to know going in

This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, death, and violence (see the full list above).

Who'll love this

Teens who enjoy atmospheric mysteries with supernatural elements and strong female protagonists fighting evil will find this gripping.

Tags

MysteryHorrorSupernatural ThrillerBritish Crime Fiction