Forbidden City
by William Bell
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
During the Boxer Rebellion in China, a young Canadian boy is caught in the conflict and must find a way to survive.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
Depicts intense violence and death during the Boxer Rebellion.
Minimal profanity may be present, reflecting the era.
Some blasphemy may occur due to the conflict's nature.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The war setting can be frightening and intense.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
A non-Christian worldview is implicitly present through the conflict.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display significant courage in dangerous situations.
Christian faith is not a central theme.
Some instances of loyalty and care for others are shown.
Themes of grace or mercy are not prominent.
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