Touch of the clown
by Glen Huser
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1999
A young boy is forced to perform as a clown at a party, leading to a terrifying encounter.
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 this book.
The story contains disturbing imagery and psychological distress.
Some mild profanity may be present.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is depicted in this book.
Themes of fear and psychological torment are present.
The clown and the events are deeply unsettling and scary.
The story has a dark, unsettling atmosphere.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The story focuses on fear and psychological horror.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows resilience in a terrifying situation.
No specific Christian faith elements are present.
No self-giving love is a central theme.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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