Hercules the hero
by Jan Carr
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1997
This book retells the Greek myth of Hercules, focusing on his incredible strength and his twelve impossible labors.
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 story.
Hercules fights monsters and battles enemies throughout his labors.
No profanity is used in the narrative.
The Greek gods and goddesses are mentioned frequently.
No substance use is depicted in the book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some mythical creatures and dangerous situations may be scary.
The story does not involve occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The polytheistic Greek mythology presents a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHercules demonstrates immense courage facing overwhelming odds.
The story does not feature Christian faith elements.
Hercules shows some loyalty to his family and friends.
The narrative does not explore themes of grace or repentance.
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