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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The outside groove

by Erik E. Esckilsen

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A group of teenagers in a small town discover a hidden world and a mysterious music that affects their reality.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this fantasy novel.

Violence / Gore10

There are some tense situations and mild peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in the story.

Blasphemy0

The narrative does not contain any blasphemous language.

Substance Use0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The book does not depict any instances of suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing20

The mysterious music and its effects can create a sense of unease.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves supernatural elements and a mysterious, possibly magical, music.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

This story does not include LGBTQ+ themes or characters.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores supernatural phenomena and their impact.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice15

The teenagers show curiosity and bravery in exploring the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this supernatural story.

Love & Friendship10

Friendship and camaraderie are present among the teens.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

The focus is on discovery and the unknown, not grace.

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