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The Obsidian Dagger (Horatio Lyle #2) cover
Teens · Ages 14–16

The Obsidian Dagger (Horatio Lyle #2)

by Catherine Webb

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

Horatio Lyle returns to face new magical challenges and uncover more secrets about his family's extraordinary legacy.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore20

Perilous situations and confrontations occur in the plot.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes appear.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some unsettling and mysterious elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story is filled with magic and fantastical creatures.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The magic system presents a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Horatio demonstrates courage in facing magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Horatio shows loyalty to his friends and allies.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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