Into the Lion's Den (Black Cats)
by Terry Deary
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
This historical fiction book follows a young boy named Thomas who must survive in the dangerous streets of London during the Great Fire of 1666.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The Great Fire of London causes widespread destruction and peril for Thomas.
No profanity is used by the characters in the book.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The intense chaos and danger of the Great Fire can be frightening.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the narrative.
LGBTQ+ themes or characters are not present.
The story focuses on historical events, not promoting other worldviews.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThomas shows courage navigating the dangerous, burning city.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this historical account.
Thomas shows some care for others he encounters.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.
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