Ruse
by Mark Waid
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2002
A young boy named Ruse discovers he has a unique ability to manipulate shadows and must use it to protect his family from a shadowy organization.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Ruse faces physical altercations and shadowy threats.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is included.
Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The shadowy antagonists can be unsettling at times.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on heroism and personal responsibility.
Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRuse shows courage in facing dangerous foes.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Ruse acts to protect his loved ones.
Themes of grace and repentance are not central.
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