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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Drums of war

by Edith Morris Hemingway

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young woman named Elara flees her war-torn homeland, seeking refuge and a new life in a foreign land.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore40

Warfare and its consequences are depicted, including battles and loss.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The fear and uncertainty of war create some tense moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on human resilience and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Elara shows courage in facing overwhelming odds and danger.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but hope sustains characters.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and care for others are shown amidst hardship.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of resilience and finding peace are present.

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