Doomsday Device
by Darrell Pitt
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
In a dystopian future, a young boy named Alex is forced to participate in a deadly competition to save his family. He must use his wits to survive.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
The story depicts intense violence and death in a competition.
Some mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme.
The context of the competition involves death.
The dystopian setting and competition create a tense atmosphere.
Occult or magical elements are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The dystopian society's values may conflict with Christian principles.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex demonstrates significant courage and resourcefulness to survive.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Alex's motivation to save his family shows love.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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