Joshua Dread
by Lee Bacon
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2012
When his parents are kidnapped, a young boy named Joshua Dread discovers he has superpowers and must learn to use them to save them.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this superhero story.
There are action sequences involving fights and chases.
Mild, infrequent profanity may be present.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
Some mild peril and suspense are present.
The story focuses on superpowers, not occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story presents a secular, superhero-focused worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceJoshua displays significant courage in facing danger.
Faith is not a central theme in this narrative.
Joshua's love for his parents drives his actions.
Themes of grace or repentance are absent.
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