Steel Magic
by Andre Norton
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1965
A young woman named Freydis is transported to a magical realm where she must learn to wield ancient powers to defeat a dark sorcerer.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic tension and awareness are present.
The story features battles, magical combat, and dangerous creatures.
No profanity is used in the book.
No blasphemous content is included.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
The book does not address suicide or self-harm.
Some fantastical threats and dark magic might be unsettling.
The story is heavily focused on magic, sorcery, and mystical powers.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story presents a world with its own magical laws and mythology.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFreydis displays significant courage in facing magical dangers.
Christian faith is not a theme in this fantasy novel.
Friendship and loyalty are important among the characters.
There are elements of learning to control power and facing adversity.
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