The Singing
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A young girl named Elara discovers she can sing to the dead and becomes entangled in a conflict between the living and the spirits.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are hints of romantic attraction and some kissing.
The story involves death, spirits, and conflict with dark forces.
Mild profanity may be present.
The manipulation of spirits and the afterlife could be seen as concerning.
No substance use is depicted.
Themes of death and the afterlife are central to the plot.
The presence of ghosts and the underworld can be frightening.
The protagonist communicates with the dead and uses supernatural abilities.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The focus on communicating with the dead and spirit realms is not Christian.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceElara shows courage in facing the spirit world and its dangers.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Elara's desire to help and protect others is evident.
The resolution involves understanding and acceptance of difficult truths.
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