Brain Scam
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2004
A teenage boy's mind is invaded by a parasitic alien organism, forcing him to fight for control of his own body.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Graphic violence occurs as the parasite attacks and consumes its hosts.
Mild profanity is used sparingly by characters under duress.
No blasphemous language is featured in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
Characters contemplate suicide as a way to escape the parasite's control.
The parasitic invasion and body horror elements are intensely frightening.
No occult themes or witchcraft are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured in the book.
The story focuses on survival and does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display courage in fighting the alien threat.
Christian faith is not a central theme or element.
Some characters show loyalty and protectiveness towards each other.
Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not present.
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