Koyasan
by Darren Shan
Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
A young boy is sent to a mysterious monastery in Japan where he learns about martial arts and a dark secret.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Graphic violence and gore are depicted throughout.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
Themes of despair and potential self-harm are present.
The story is filled with intense horror and frightening imagery.
The story involves demons, spirits, and supernatural forces.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The worldview includes elements of Buddhism and supernatural horror.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display courage in facing terrifying supernatural threats.
Christian faith is absent from the narrative.
Some familial bonds are tested by the events.
Focus is on survival and confronting evil.
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