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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The boxes

by William Sleator

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A group of teenagers discovers mysterious boxes that seem to grant wishes, but with dangerous consequences.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mildly suggestive situations occur between characters.

Violence / Gore40

Some characters experience physical harm and danger.

Profanity / Language30

Occasional mild profanity is used by teenagers.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

A character contemplates a desperate action.

Scary / Disturbing50

The mysterious boxes create suspense and unease.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story explores the dark side of human desire.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters face difficult choices and dangers.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Some characters show concern for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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