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Ender's Shadow (The Shadow Series, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Ender's Shadow (The Shadow Series, #1)

by Orson Scott Card

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Bean, a genetically engineered child, navigates the brutal world of Battle School and the war against the alien Formics.

Concern Level

47/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore60

Intense simulated combat and real warfare are described.

Profanity / Language10

Mild language may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of intense pressure and potential despair exist.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes involve psychological tension and strategic threats.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story is science fiction, not occult.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on human ingenuity and survival, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Bean displays exceptional courage and strategic brilliance under pressure.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and camaraderie develop among the cadets.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of resourcefulness and overcoming challenges are present.

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