Eric the Red
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
This historical fiction novel follows Eric, a young Viking, as he embarks on voyages and faces the challenges of his era.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Depictions of Viking raids and battles involve violence.
No profanity is used by the characters.
The story does not contain blasphemous content.
Substance use is not a theme in this historical novel.
The book does not feature themes of suicide or self-harm.
The violence and harshness of the Viking era can be intense.
Occult or magical elements are absent from the story.
LGBTQ+ themes or characters are not present.
The Viking culture's beliefs are presented factually.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEric demonstrates courage during his Viking adventures.
Christian faith is not a focus in this Viking story.
Loyalty to kin and crew is a recurring theme.
Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are not explored.
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