
The burning
Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2009
In a post-apocalyptic world, a group of survivors struggles to find safety and rebuild their lives while facing constant threats from both the environment and other humans.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
There are violent encounters and descriptions of hardship.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm themes are explored.
The constant danger and survival challenges create suspense.
No occult or magical elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on survival in a ruined world.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe characters demonstrate resilience and courage to survive.
Faith is not a central theme in this secular story.
Loyalty and protection of loved ones are key.
Themes of hope and rebuilding are present.
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