The man who sang in the dark
by Eth Clifford
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1987
A young boy named Thomas struggles with his voice and finds solace and connection through music.
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Clean
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere is no sexual content in the book.
Mild bullying and social conflict occur.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance abuse is not a theme.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The story is not scary.
Occult themes are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.
God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThomas shows courage in overcoming his shyness.
A sense of hope and faith in oneself is present.
Friendship and familial support are shown.
Themes of grace and repentance are absent.
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