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Teens · Ages 13–16

The dying of the light

by Derek Landy

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young boy named Jack discovers a magical world where he must fight against a shadowy evil.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore60

The story contains significant magical combat and peril.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy10

Occasional mild blasphemy might occur in dialogue.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are included.

Scary / Disturbing40

The presence of dark magic and shadowy creatures creates fear.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story heavily features magic, spells, and magical beings.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is fantasy-based with magical systems.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Jack demonstrates great courage facing overwhelming odds.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty to friends and a desire to protect others are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on grace or repentance.

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