Son-of-Thunder
by Stig Holmås
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1993
This historical fiction novel follows a young boy named Thor who is caught in the midst of Viking raids and struggles with his identity and faith.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
Viking raids involve on-page fighting and death.
No profanity is used by the characters.
Pagan gods are mentioned in the context of Viking beliefs.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The depiction of Viking raids can be intense.
Norse mythology and beliefs are part of the setting.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story contrasts pagan and Christian worldviews.
Christians are not portrayed negatively in the book.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThor shows courage facing difficult and dangerous situations.
Christian faith is explored as an alternative to paganism.
Familial love is a theme, but not central.
Themes of forgiveness and redemption are present.
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