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Teens · Ages 13–17

Dragonsong

by Anne McCaffrey

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1976

Menolly, a talented musician, flees her oppressive home and finds refuge with the dragon-like Pernese.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic tension exists between characters.

Violence / Gore20

There are some threats and conflicts involving dragons and people.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some scenes involve potential danger from dragons.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story features dragons, not occult magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is secular with elements of a unique alien culture.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Menolly shows courage in leaving her home and adapting.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and loyalty are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on Christian concepts of grace or repentance.

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