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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Frankenstein

by Deborah Tempest

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A young scientist, Victor Frankenstein, creates a sentient being, but abandons it, leading to tragic consequences for both creator and creation.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the novel.

Violence / Gore70

The creature's violent acts include murder and mutilation of loved ones.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing60

The creature's appearance and actions are intended to be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The novel questions the ethics of playing God and scientific ambition.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Victor Frankenstein shows some courage in his scientific pursuits.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.

Love & Friendship20

Victor's love for his family is a motivation for his actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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