Hero Type
by Barry Lyga
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2008
A teenage boy named Paul struggles with his identity and the legacy of his father, a notorious supervillain, as he navigates a world of superheroes and crime.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentPaul has a brief, implied romantic interest with a girl named Sarah.
There are descriptions of superhero battles and criminal violence.
Some mild profanity is used by characters, including Paul.
Blasphemy is absent.
Substance use is absent.
Suicide or self-harm is absent.
Some scenes involve menacing villains and dangerous situations.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent.
The story explores themes of morality and the nature of good and evil.
The protagonist's father is portrayed as a villainous figure.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePaul shows courage in facing his father's legacy and dangerous situations.
Christian faith elements are absent.
Paul shows loyalty to his friends and a desire to do good.
Themes of redemption are hinted at through Paul's choices.
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