Hyperion and the Great Balls of Fire
by Joan Holub
Age rating: Ages 10–12 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
A young girl named Hyperion must find a way to save her town from a magical curse that is turning everything to stone.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe story contains no sexual content.
Mild peril exists as Hyperion faces magical challenges.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemous language is used.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The idea of turning to stone might be slightly unsettling.
Magic and curses are central to the plot's conflict.
No LGBTQ+ representation is found in the story.
The worldview is focused on magic and fairy tale logic.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceHyperion demonstrates bravery in confronting the curse.
Faith is not a significant element in this story.
Hyperion's actions are motivated by a desire to help her town.
Hyperion learns to solve problems and overcome obstacles.
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