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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Inside the walls of Troy

by Clemence McLaren

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1996

A young woman named Helen is caught in the midst of the Trojan War, experiencing its horrors and the complex relationships between heroes.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Hints of romantic entanglements and attraction are present.

Violence / Gore60

The story depicts the brutal realities and violence of war.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may appear in dialogue reflecting the era.

Blasphemy20

References to Greek gods and their actions are frequent.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm are not themes in this book.

Scary / Disturbing30

The depiction of war can be intense and unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story is steeped in Greek mythology and divine intervention.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical context.

Worldview & Spirituality70

The worldview is rooted in ancient Greek polytheism and fate.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters display courage in the face of overwhelming odds.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent; the focus is on pagan beliefs.

Love & Friendship40

Familial and romantic love are explored amidst conflict.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of mercy or repentance are not central.

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