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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Steel hammer

by Carl Bowen

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A young protagonist must overcome challenges and use their wits to survive in a harsh environment. The story emphasizes resilience and determination.

Concern Level

30/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

There are action sequences and some peril.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

The survival situations can be tense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on personal strength and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist displays significant courage and bravery.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Loyalty to companions is shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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