The Blue Djinn of Babylon
by Philip Kerr
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A young boy named John is transported to ancient Babylon and must find a way to return home.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Some mild peril and conflict occurs during John's journey.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.
The concept of being lost in a foreign land can be unsettling.
A djinn is a supernatural being from Arabian folklore.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJohn shows courage facing the unknown and difficult situations.
Christian faith is not a theme in this book.
John forms bonds and shows care for those he meets.
The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.
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