Buried fire
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1998
A young boy named Thomas discovers he has the ability to control fire and must learn to master his powers while evading dangerous pursuers.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are hints of romantic attraction between characters.
The book features intense chase scenes and magical combat.
Some mild profanity is used by characters.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No substance use is depicted in the story.
Themes of suicide or self-harm are absent.
Some scenes involve frightening encounters and dark magic.
The story centers on elemental magic and supernatural abilities.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The narrative explores power and its corrupting influence.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThomas displays significant courage in facing his challenges.
The magic system is not based on Christian faith.
Loyalty and protective instincts are shown by characters.
The characters grapple with difficult choices and consequences.
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