The obsidian blade
by Pete Hautman
Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
A boy discovers a magical obsidian blade that transports him to a dangerous alternate reality.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this book.
The alternate reality contains significant danger and conflict.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemy is present in this book.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.
The alternate reality can be frightening and intense.
The obsidian blade is a magical artifact.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The magic system presents a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist must be courageous to survive.
No Christian faith elements are present.
Some loyalty to friends is shown.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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