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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Pathfinder

by Orson Scott Card

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A young boy named Ender Wiggin is trained at a military academy to fight an alien race.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic tension and discussion of relationships.

Violence / Gore70

Graphic depictions of war, violence, and death are present.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity and harsh language are used.

Blasphemy10

Some questioning of authority and morality, but not direct blasphemy.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

Themes of psychological manipulation and emotional distress are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some intense and unsettling situations occur.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The story explores complex ethical dilemmas and utilitarianism.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

Adults and authority figures are often portrayed as manipulative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Ender displays immense courage and strategic brilliance.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this secular science fiction story.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and camaraderie are important among the cadets.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of consequence and difficult choices are explored.

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