Orpheus in The Land of the Dead (Everystory S.)
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
This is a retelling of the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice, focusing on Orpheus's journey into the underworld to retrieve his lost love.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Orpheus faces mythological dangers and creatures in the underworld.
No profanity is used in the text.
The story is based on Greek mythology, not Christian scripture.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The underworld setting and its inhabitants can be frightening.
The story features mythological gods and creatures of the underworld.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story presents a pagan mythological worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceOrpheus shows great courage in facing the underworld for Eurydice.
The story does not feature Christian faith elements.
Orpheus's love for Eurydice drives his actions.
The story does not focus on Christian grace or repentance.
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