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Teens · Ages 13–16

The Corps of the Bare-Boned Plane

by Polly Horvath

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

In a fantastical world, a young protagonist joins the Corps of the Bare-Boned Plane, facing unusual challenges and adventures.

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 the narrative.

Violence / Gore20

Mild peril and unusual challenges are encountered by characters.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm are not part of the story.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some slightly strange or unsettling elements exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story presents a unique, imaginative, and non-traditional worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No specific portrayal of Christians or God is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this fantasy novel.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and camaraderie are present among the corps members.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of forgiveness are not a primary focus.

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