The Darkness Outside Us (The Darkness Outside Us, #1)
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
Two boys on a journey to a distant planet face isolation, the unknown, and their own evolving relationship.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentRomantic and physical intimacy between the male protagonists is depicted.
There are moments of peril and danger in space.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The vastness and dangers of space create suspense.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present.
The central relationship is a developing romantic one between two males.
The story focuses on human relationships and survival in space.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters show resilience and courage in their journey.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The evolving romantic love between the two boys is central.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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