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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The lighthouse war

by Adrian McKinty

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

Two siblings are sent to live with their estranged uncle in a remote lighthouse, uncovering family secrets and facing danger.

Concern Level

33/ 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 / Gore40

The story contains elements of danger and peril.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The story has suspenseful and potentially unsettling moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story 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 & Sacrifice60

Characters demonstrate bravery in confronting danger and secrets.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Sibling bonds and familial loyalty are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of uncovering truth and overcoming adversity are present.

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