Speak to the earth
by William Bell
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1994
A young boy named Billy struggles with his father's absence and his own identity in a small town.
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 book.
Some mild physical altercations occur between characters.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are explored.
The story does not contain scary elements.
No occult or supernatural themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The story presents a secular worldview without explicit Christian affirmation.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBilly shows courage in facing his personal struggles.
Christian faith is not a central theme in the book.
Billy experiences familial love and seeks connection.
Themes of understanding and acceptance are present.
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