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Teens · Ages 13–17

Islands of the Black Moon

by Erica Farber

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A young woman named Lyra is drawn into a magical world where she must confront a dark sorcerer and his followers.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic tension exists between characters.

Violence / Gore30

There are battles and magical duels with some peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some dark magic and shadowy creatures create mild scares.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story heavily features magic, sorcery, and magical artifacts.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The magic system presents a worldview separate from Christian doctrine.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Lyra shows courage facing dangerous magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are shown between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not present.

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