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How the War Started (How the War Started, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

How the War Started (How the War Started, #1)

by Alice Rhodes

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

This book is the first in a series about a war that begins between two kingdoms. It focuses on the characters and events leading up to the conflict.

Concern Level

29/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Some kissing occurs between characters, but it is not explicit.

Violence / Gore40

Battles and skirmishes are described, with some casualties shown.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some tense moments and threats of violence create mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented aligns with traditional values.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters show bravery in the face of impending war and danger.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a central theme, but characters may have personal beliefs.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty and care for loved ones are shown by the characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of forgiveness are not prominent in this initial conflict setup.

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