The phantom limb
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
A teenage boy named Alex discovers he can communicate with the severed limb of a deceased friend, leading to unsettling events.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentMildly suggestive themes and kissing occur between characters.
The story includes descriptions of a dismembered body and implied harm.
Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is used in the narrative.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
Themes of death and the afterlife are explored.
The story contains disturbing imagery and unsettling supernatural events.
The central plot involves a supernatural phenomenon and communication with the dead.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story explores supernatural elements outside of a Christian framework.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex shows some bravery in confronting the supernatural.
Christian faith is not a focus of this supernatural thriller.
Friendship is a theme, but not self-giving love.
The narrative does not emphasize themes of grace or repentance.
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