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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Icebound Land

by John Flanagan

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

Will, a young apprentice, is captured and taken to the harsh northern lands of the Skill.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore50

Scenes include combat, injury, and the threat of death.

Profanity / Language10

Mild exclamations may occur in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Will experiences fear and despair in captivity.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some scenes are tense and potentially frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft10

The 'Skill' has magical elements, but not overt witchcraft.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A world with its own rules and lore is presented.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christianity is not a significant element.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Will demonstrates courage and resilience under duress.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and protective instincts are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of overcoming hardship are present.

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