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Teens · Ages 14–16

Hero rising

by Shane Hegarty

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

A young boy named Hero must embark on a perilous journey to save his village from an encroaching darkness.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

The story contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore40

Hero faces dangerous creatures and battles.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is not a theme in this book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some creatures and the encroaching darkness are mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft10

Ancient magic and prophecies play a role.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is consistent with a fantasy setting.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Hero displays immense courage facing overwhelming odds.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty to friends and community is a strong theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Hero learns to trust his instincts and allies.

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