The Boy in the Bubble
by Ian Strachan
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
A boy named Michael lives in a sterile bubble to protect him from germs.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
No violence is depicted in the story.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is included in the narrative.
No substance use is featured in the book.
Michael's illness and isolation touch on themes of despair.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The book explores themes of scientific advancement and human resilience.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMichael shows resilience and courage in his situation.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Michael's family shows love and care for him.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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