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Teens · Ages 13–15

The children of the king

by Sonya Hartnett

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

Two children, Finn and his sister, are sent to live with their estranged grandfather in a remote house.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore30

There are depictions of neglect and emotional hardship.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of despair and difficult circumstances are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The atmosphere can be unsettling due to the setting and themes.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The narrative explores themes of isolation and hardship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Finn and his sister show resilience in their difficult situation.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

The siblings develop a strong bond and love for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

There are subtle hints of finding hope amidst hardship.

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