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Children · Ages 10–13

The Familiars

by Adam Jay Epstein

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A young boy discovers he can communicate with animals and embarks on an adventure to save his town from a magical threat.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and conflict are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspenseful moments exist.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves magical elements and creatures.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is consistent with fantasy genre conventions.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows bravery in facing danger.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

The protagonist cares for his animal friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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