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Teens · Ages 13–17

The curse of the royal ruby

by Rodney Johnson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A young thief named Kael must steal a legendary ruby to save his village from a curse.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild peril and conflict occurs during Kael's quest.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

The curse itself and some shadowy figures create mild unease.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves a magical ruby and a curse, hinting at dark magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The world has magic but no explicit non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Kael shows courage facing dangerous situations for his village.

Faith & Hope0

Faith in God or Christian principles are not central to the plot.

Love & Friendship30

Kael's actions are motivated by love for his community.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Redemption is hinted at through Kael's quest, but not explicit grace.

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