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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Creeping Shadow

by Jonathan Stroud

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

Nathaniel and his companions face a new supernatural threat from the shadowy underworld in this action-packed fantasy novel.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore50

There are frequent battles and descriptions of magical combat.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity and coarse language are present.

Blasphemy10

Some references to dark magic and spirits exist.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The underworld and its creatures create a dark atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The plot heavily involves supernatural beings and magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is primarily focused on fantasy and magic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Nathaniel and his friends display significant courage and bravery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and friendship are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Characters learn about consequences and responsibility.

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