The far side of evil
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1971
The Far Side of Evil is a science fiction novel where a young woman named Lyra travels to a distant planet and encounters a mysterious civilization.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from the story.
There are some descriptions of conflict and danger on the alien planet.
Profanity is absent from the book.
Blasphemy is absent from the text.
Substance abuse is not depicted in the book.
Suicide or self-harm is not a theme in this book.
Some alien encounters might be mildly unsettling for younger readers.
Occult themes are not present in the book.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the story.
The novel explores philosophical ideas about civilization and existence.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLyra demonstrates courage and resourcefulness in her journey.
Christian faith elements are absent from the story.
Lyra forms connections with alien beings.
Grace and mercy are not central themes in this narrative.
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