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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The night of the scorpion

by Anthony Horowitz

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1984

A young boy named Tom is drawn into a dangerous mystery involving a stolen artifact and a shadowy organization.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore40

There are chases, threats, and some physical altercations.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing30

The suspenseful plot and dangerous situations create mild fear.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote non-Christian worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not negatively portrayed.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Tom demonstrates bravery in facing danger.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Loyalty and protective instincts are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some resolution and justice are achieved.

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