Lucky strikes
by Louis Bayard
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2016
A young boy in 19th-century New York City gets entangled with a mysterious circus and a dangerous secret.
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 narrative.
There are elements of danger and peril.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The circus and its secrets create a suspenseful atmosphere.
The circus has an air of mystery and the uncanny.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story explores themes of deception and hidden truths.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows bravery in facing unknown dangers.
Christian faith is not a prominent theme.
Friendship and loyalty are explored.
The importance of honesty is implicitly shown.
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