Knightmare
by Tim Child
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1988
A young knight named Sir Kaelan must confront a dark sorcerer and his magical creatures in a perilous quest.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
There are descriptions of sword fights and magical battles.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous content is present in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are featured.
Some of the magical creatures and the sorcerer's lair are unsettling.
The story heavily features magic, sorcery, and enchanted items.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The magic system is presented as a force separate from a Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceSir Kaelan demonstrates significant courage facing magical threats.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this fantasy story.
Loyalty to duty and kingdom are present, not self-giving love.
Themes of overcoming evil are present.
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