Splendors and glooms
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
In Victorian London, a puppeteer and his orphaned apprentice are entangled with a wealthy, mysterious woman and her peculiar child, leading to dark secrets and magical performances.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic tension exists between characters.
There are moments of peril and mild physical conflict.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
The atmosphere can be unsettling and spooky at times.
Magic and illusions play a significant role in the plot.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is generally neutral, not overtly promoting non-Christian ideas.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show courage in facing difficult circumstances.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Some characters demonstrate care for others.
Themes of forgiveness are subtly present.
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