Black lightning
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1975
A young boy named Black Lightning discovers he has the power to control lightning and must learn to use his abilities to protect his village from a tyrannical king.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are scenes of battle and conflict with some descriptions of injury.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes are present.
No substance abuse is depicted in the book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.
Some mild peril exists as characters face danger.
The protagonist's lightning powers are a central magical element.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on courage and responsibility, not a specific worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceBlack Lightning shows great courage in facing the king and protecting his people.
Faith is not a central theme or element in this story.
Loyalty to friends and village is a motivating factor for Black Lightning.
The story emphasizes personal responsibility and bravery over divine grace.
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