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Teens · Ages 13–16

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

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

There are some encounters with dangerous creatures and perilous situations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters in the book.

Blasphemy30

The story features pagan gods and references to their power.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing20

The underworld setting and mythical creatures can be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story is heavily based on pagan mythology and gods.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality70

The story promotes a pagan worldview through its mythology.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Finn displays courage in his quest to save his sister.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent; the focus is on pagan gods.

Love & Friendship30

Finn's love for his sister drives his actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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