Burning bones
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A group of teenagers, including Sarah and Mark, investigate a series of mysterious and disturbing events linked to ancient rituals.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMild romantic tension exists between characters, but no explicit content.
The book contains graphic descriptions of violence and death.
Some profanity is used by the characters.
The story involves dark rituals and potentially blasphemous themes.
There are references to dark forces and their influence.
The narrative includes disturbing events and potential self-harm themes.
This is a graphic horror novel with frightening scenes and imagery.
The plot heavily features occult practices and dark magic.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is dark and focuses on supernatural evil.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this horror story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonists show courage in facing terrifying supernatural threats.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this horror narrative.
Some character bonds are tested by the horrific events.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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