Samurai
by Ian Beck
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
This historical novel depicts the life and training of a young samurai in feudal Japan.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
Depictions of samurai combat and training involve violence.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language or themes are included.
No substance abuse is featured in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
Some battle scenes may be intense but not overtly scary.
Brief mentions of Shinto or Buddhist beliefs may occur.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The book presents a non-Christian worldview focused on samurai code.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe samurai code emphasizes courage, discipline, and honor.
True Christian faith is not a focus of the story.
Loyalty and duty are important themes.
Themes of discipline and self-control are present.
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