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Day of the Dreader cover
Teens · Ages 13–16

Day of the Dreader

by Cressida Cowell

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

In this fantasy adventure, a young girl named Lyra must protect her island from a monstrous threat.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this fantasy story.

Violence / Gore30

There are descriptions of battles and monstrous threats.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the narrative.

Blasphemy0

The story does not contain blasphemous elements.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Themes of suicide or self-harm are absent.

Scary / Disturbing30

The monstrous threats and battles create some scary moments.

Occult & Witchcraft20

Mythological creatures and ancient powers are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not part of the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is fantastical, not promoting a specific religion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not depicted in this world.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Lyra shows great courage in facing the Dreader.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and friendship are important to Lyra.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of bravery and protecting one's home are present.

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