Here Lies Arthur
by Philip Reeve
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
In a post-apocalyptic Britain, a young orphan named Arthur discovers he might be the legendary King Arthur, destined to unite the fractured lands.
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.
There is on-page combat and violence between warring factions.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language or themes appear.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some scenes may be unsettling due to the harsh post-apocalyptic setting.
The story does not involve occult or magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The world is a harsh, survival-focused place with little overt morality.
Some authority figures are portrayed as cruel and self-serving.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceArthur shows courage in facing dangerous situations and enemies.
Christian faith is not a theme or element in this book.
Loyalty and camaraderie are shown between Arthur and his friends.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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