Coffin on a case
by Eve Bunting
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
A young boy named Toby finds a mysterious coffin and becomes entangled in a dangerous investigation with a detective.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe book contains no sexual content.
There are threats of violence and a sense of danger throughout the plot.
No profanity is present in the dialogue or narration.
The story does not include any blasphemous content.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No depictions of suicide or self-harm occur.
The mysterious coffin and the unfolding danger create a suspenseful atmosphere.
The coffin itself and its contents suggest a connection to the supernatural.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the narrative.
The story focuses on mystery and suspense, not a specific worldview.
There are no portrayals of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceToby shows bravery in facing the unknown and helping with the mystery.
Christian faith is not a component of this story.
Toby's actions show a developing sense of responsibility and care.
The resolution of the mystery offers a sense of justice.
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