Frankenstein; or, The Modern Prometheus
by Mary Shelley
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1818
A scientist's ambition to create life leads to a monstrous creation and tragic consequences.
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 this classic novel.
The creature's actions and the resulting deaths are violent.
No profanity is present in the text.
Victor's ambition borders on playing God.
Suicide is a tragic outcome for some characters.
Suicide and despair are significant themes.
The creature's appearance and actions are horrifying.
The creation of life touches on forbidden knowledge.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The novel questions the limits of scientific ambition.
No specific religious groups are portrayed.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceVictor's initial ambition could be seen as courageous.
No Christian faith elements are present.
The creature seeks love and acceptance.
There are no explicit themes of grace or repentance.
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