The Drum, the Doll, and the Zombie
Age rating: Ages 10–14 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1994
Lewis Barnavelt investigates a mysterious drum and a doll that seem to be connected to a zombie.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this mystery.
Mild peril and spooky situations occur.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language appears in the text.
No substance abuse is a theme in the book.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story features a zombie and unsettling supernatural events.
The plot involves supernatural elements and a mysterious doll.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.
No non-Christian worldview is promoted.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLewis shows bravery in investigating the mystery.
No explicit Christian faith elements are featured.
Friendship and loyalty are shown between characters.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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