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Teens · Ages 14–16

The Earthsea quartet

by Ursula K. Le Guin

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1977

A young wizard named Ged learns to control his magic and confronts the shadow he unleashed within himself.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic undertones and relationships are present.

Violence / Gore40

Magical combat and dangerous encounters occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is shown.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Internal struggles and despair are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The shadow creature and some encounters are frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Magic and sorcery are central to the plot and world.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The magic system is presented as a natural force, not divine.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Ged shows great courage in facing his inner darkness.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and mentorship are important relationships.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of self-knowledge and balance are present.

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