Calling the Gods
by Jack Lasenby
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
A young boy named Finn travels to the underworld to rescue his sister, encountering various mythical creatures and gods.
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 the story.
There are some encounters with dangerous creatures and perilous situations.
No profanity is used by the characters in the book.
The story features pagan gods and references to their power.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.
The underworld setting and mythical creatures can be mildly unsettling.
The story is heavily based on pagan mythology and gods.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book.
The story promotes a pagan worldview through its mythology.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFinn displays courage in his quest to save his sister.
Christian faith is absent; the focus is on pagan gods.
Finn's love for his sister drives his actions.
The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.
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