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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Rancour

by James McCann

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

A young man named Kaelen is forced to confront his past and the consequences of his actions when he returns to his village.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore50

There are descriptions of battles and injuries.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity is used sparingly by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some tense moments and threats create mild fear.

Occult & Witchcraft20

Magic and mythical creatures are part of the world.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The world has its own mythology, not explicitly Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians or God are portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Kaelen demonstrates courage facing difficult challenges.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the book.

Love & Friendship20

Loyalty and friendship are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Kaelen seeks to atone for past mistakes.

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