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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Book of the Sword (Darkest Age)

by A.J. Lake

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

In a post-apocalyptic world, a young man named Kaelen discovers a powerful ancient sword that could change the fate of humanity.

Concern Level

48/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension exists between Kaelen and Elara.

Violence / Gore60

Kaelen fights mutated creatures and hostile humans with the sword.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild exclamations may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The mutated creatures and desolate setting can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft20

The sword possesses ancient, almost magical power.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The world's survival relies on human strength and ancient artifacts.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Kaelen shows courage facing overwhelming odds to protect others.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in this story.

Love & Friendship40

Kaelen develops protective feelings for Elara and his companions.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Survival and resilience are key themes, not explicit grace.

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