The Puppet Master
by Nick Ward
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A young boy named Alex discovers a mysterious puppet master who can control people's actions.
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 the narrative.
There are scenes of manipulation and implied danger from the puppet master.
Mild language may be present but is not prominent.
No blasphemy is depicted in the story.
No substance abuse is featured.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The puppet master's control and intentions create a scary atmosphere.
The puppet master's abilities verge on supernatural control.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story explores themes of free will versus control.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceAlex must find courage to resist the puppet master's influence.
Christian faith is not a central element in this book.
Some characters show concern for Alex, but love is not central.
Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.
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