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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Ocean of Dust

by Graeme Ing

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

In a desert world, a young woman named Lyra discovers a hidden power that could save her people from a tyrannical empire.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

A kiss between Lyra and Kaelen is described briefly.

Violence / Gore30

Characters face battles and skirmishes with soldiers and creatures.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some creatures and desert dangers create mild tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The world has a unique spiritual system, not explicitly Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Lyra shows courage facing overwhelming odds and her destiny.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is shown in the world's spiritual beliefs, not Christian.

Love & Friendship40

Lyra cares deeply for her family and friends, acting to protect them.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Redemption is a theme for some characters, but not central.

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