Midnight for Charlie Bone (Children of the Red King, #1)
by Jenny Nimmo
Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
Charlie Bone discovers he has magical abilities and is sent to a special boarding school for gifted children.
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.
Mild peril and some antagonistic actions occur.
No profanity is present.
No blasphemy is present.
No substance use is present.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
Some slightly spooky elements exist.
The story centers on magical abilities and a secret school.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The worldview is neutral and focuses on fantasy.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharlie shows bravery in facing the unknown.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Friendship and loyalty are important.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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