Pop. 1280
by Jim Thompson
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1984
A deputy sheriff in a small, isolated town struggles with his conscience and the dark undercurrents of his community.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentGraphic sexual violence and exploitation are central to the plot.
Extreme violence, including murder and torture, is depicted graphically.
Frequent and harsh profanity is used throughout the dialogue.
Some blasphemous language is present in the text.
Alcohol abuse and its consequences are depicted.
Suicidal thoughts and actions are part of the narrative.
The atmosphere is deeply disturbing and unsettling.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.
LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.
A bleak and nihilistic worldview is strongly promoted.
Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows minimal courage in a corrupt environment.
Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.
Self-giving love is absent from the story.
Grace, mercy, and repentance are not themes here.
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