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Stowaway Slaves (Gladiator Boy #3) cover
Teens · Ages 13–16

Stowaway Slaves (Gladiator Boy #3)

by David Grimstone

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

In the third installment of the Gladiator Boy series, a young boy named Marcus is captured and forced into gladiator training.

Concern Level

53/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this historical adventure.

Violence / Gore70

Gladiatorial combat and violence are depicted graphically.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy10

Roman gods are mentioned in the context of the era.

Substance Use0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Themes of suicide or self-harm are not present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The harsh realities of gladiator training can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story reflects the polytheistic worldview of ancient Rome.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Marcus displays immense courage and resilience in survival.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a component of this historical setting.

Love & Friendship10

Friendship and loyalty are shown among the gladiators.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Survival and overcoming adversity are key themes.

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