Everything Sad Is Untrue
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2020
A young boy recounts his family's history, weaving together ancient Persian myths and his own experiences in modern America.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this story.
Some mild peril and historical conflict are mentioned.
Profanity is absent from the narrative.
No blasphemous content is present.
Substance use is not a theme.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The story is not scary.
Occult themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
Presents a secular, culturally rich worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe narrator shows courage in sharing his story.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Themes of family love and connection are central.
The importance of understanding history and identity is explored.
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