Boneshaker
by Kate Milford
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
In a city powered by steam, a young girl named May and her companions investigate mysterious disappearances linked to a dangerous machine.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are tense situations and some peril involving the machine.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The atmosphere is often suspenseful and slightly eerie.
No occult elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on a fictional steampunk world.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMay and her friends show bravery in confronting the mystery.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and loyalty are key themes in the narrative.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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