A Christmas card
by Paul Theroux
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1978
A story about a man who receives a Christmas card that brings unexpected consequences.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The story is not violent.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance use is shown.
No suicide or self-harm themes are included.
The consequences are more emotional than scary.
No occult or witchcraft elements appear.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores human relationships and choices.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNo sacrificial courage is demonstrated.
No Christian faith elements are present.
The card might evoke feelings of connection.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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