The Dark Is Rising (M Books)
by S. Cooper
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1989
Will Stanton discovers he is the last of the Old Ones, destined to fight the Dark during a time of great peril.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are battles and confrontations with dark forces.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.
The presence of the Dark and its agents can be frightening.
The story involves ancient powers and magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story explores themes of destiny and ancient powers.
No specific portrayal of Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceWill Stanton shows immense courage in facing the Dark.
Faith is not a central theme in this story.
Loyalty to his mission and the forces of good is important.
Themes of sacrifice and the struggle against evil are present.
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