Half Upon A Time
by James Riley
Age rating: Ages 9–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
Princess Lily and her friend Tom embark on a quest to rescue her father, encountering fairy tale characters and magical challenges along the way.
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 book.
Mild peril and conflict occur during the quest.
No profanity is used in the story.
No blasphemous content is included.
No substance use is depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some slightly unsettling fairy tale creatures appear.
Magic and fairy tale enchantments are prevalent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is rooted in classic fairy tale logic.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLily and Tom show bravery facing dangers.
The faith element is absent, focusing on magic.
Friendship between Lily and Tom is important.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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