A quiet kind of thunder
by Sara Barnard
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2017
Two teenagers, one deaf and one hearing, navigate their budding romance and the challenges of communication.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKissing and romantic affection are depicted between characters.
No violence is present in the narrative.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is used.
Mentions of past struggles with self-harm are present.
Themes of past self-harm are discussed.
The story is not scary.
No occult or magical elements are present.
The story features LGBTQ+ characters and relationships.
A secular worldview is generally presented.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in expressing their feelings.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Romantic love and emotional connection are central.
Some themes of understanding and acceptance are present.
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