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Teens · Ages 13–17

Divided loyalties

by Dennis Hamley

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

During the English Civil War, a young boy named Thomas is caught between his father's Royalist loyalties and his own growing doubts.

Concern Level

22/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

Battle scenes and the consequences of war are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

The fear and uncertainty of war create some tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on historical events and personal choices.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Thomas shows courage in questioning his father's beliefs.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central focus, but moral choices are important.

Love & Friendship20

Family loyalty is a key theme, but not self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on grace, mercy, or repentance.

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