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Teens · Ages 13–17

Alcatraz versus the Shattered Lens

by Brandon Sanderson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

Seventeen-year-old Bastille is a reluctant hero in a world of magic and technology, fighting against the evil organization known as the Psychics.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild fantasy violence occurs during battles and confrontations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some slightly unsettling situations may occur.

Occult & Witchcraft50

Magic and psychic abilities are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is not explicitly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Bastille shows courage in facing overwhelming odds.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a prominent theme in the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Some loyalty and friendship are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of overcoming challenges are present.

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