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Teens · Ages 13–15

The dark world

by Michael Siglain

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young boy named David is transported to a dark, magical world where he must fight monsters and find his way home.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

David fights various monsters and creatures throughout his journey.

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 / Disturbing40

The dark world and its creatures can be frightening for some readers.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The story features a magical world with spells and enchanted objects.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on adventure and does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

David shows great courage facing dangerous creatures to save himself.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not feature explicit Christian faith elements.

Love & Friendship30

David's desire to return home shows a form of love for his family.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.

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