The chain letter
Age rating: Ages 11–14 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2005
A group of middle school students receives a mysterious chain letter that brings them both good and bad luck.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Minor instances of bullying and conflict occur.
Very mild, infrequent profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some suspenseful moments may be mildly unsettling.
The chain letter has a superstitious, quasi-magical feel.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story touches on superstition rather than a Christian worldview.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show some bravery facing the letter's effects.
Christian faith is not a focus of the story.
Friendship and loyalty are tested and affirmed.
Themes of grace and mercy are not central.
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