Burglar bells
by John Escott
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1983
A young boy named Billy is drawn into a world of crime when he witnesses a burglary and is forced to help the thieves.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild violence occurs, including threats and a struggle.
Minimal profanity is used sparingly throughout the text.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story has a suspenseful atmosphere but no overt horror.
The narrative does not involve occult or supernatural elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story portrays a morally ambiguous world without explicit Christian guidance.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows some courage in difficult situations.
Christian faith is not a theme or element in this book.
Some loyalty is shown between characters, but not self-giving love.
Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.
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