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Mistborn: The Final Empire (Mistborn, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Mistborn: The Final Empire (Mistborn, #1)

by Brandon Sanderson

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

In a world ruled by the tyrannical Lord Ruler, a young street urchin named Vin discovers she has powerful magical abilities.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between Vin and Kelsier.

Violence / Gore50

There is significant violence, including battles and magical combat.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue, but is not excessive.

Blasphemy20

The magic system has religious undertones and references to gods.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some scenes may be intense due to the oppressive setting and conflict.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The magic system is central, involving Allomancy and Feruchemy.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The world has a distinct, non-Christian religious and political structure.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Vin and Kelsier demonstrate immense courage in their rebellion.

Faith & Hope10

The faith system is unique to the world, not Christian.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty and camaraderie are shown among the crew.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of hope and overcoming oppression are present.

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