Works (Bachman Books / Thinner / Tommyknockers)
by Stephen King
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
A man's life unravels after a mysterious gypsy curses him to lose weight, while a town is plagued by alien invaders.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome implied sexual situations occur between adults.
Graphic violence includes mutilation and extreme gore.
Profanity is present, including frequent use of 'f---' and 's---'.
Some blasphemous language is used by characters.
Suicidal thoughts and actions are depicted.
Self-harm is implied and depicted.
Intense horror and disturbing imagery are prevalent throughout.
The curse involves a gypsy, touching on occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
A sense of helplessness and despair can be a worldview element.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters face extreme circumstances with some resilience.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Focus is on horror and survival, not self-giving love.
Themes of forgiveness or redemption are absent.
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