Gladiator (Dream Master)
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2003
In ancient Rome, a young slave named Marcus is trained to be a gladiator, facing brutal combat and the struggle for survival.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome implied or brief mature situations may occur.
Gladiatorial combat is intensely violent and graphic.
Some profanity may be present in the dialogue.
Mild blasphemy might be present in some contexts.
No substance abuse is depicted.
Despair and thoughts of escape might touch on self-harm themes.
The violence and arena atmosphere can be intense.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story depicts Roman pagan culture and practices.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceMarcus displays immense courage and resilience in the arena.
No Christian faith is a theme in this book.
Loyalty to friends and a desire for freedom are key.
Themes of survival and finding inner strength are present.
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