The Reckoning of Roku
by Randy Ribay
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
A Filipino-American teenager named Roku grapples with his family's expectations and his own identity in a world of spirits.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome mild romantic interest is present for Roku.
There are confrontations with spirits and some physical danger.
Very mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
Encounters with spirits can be unsettling or scary.
The story features spirits, ancestral connections, and supernatural elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The story explores Filipino culture and spiritual beliefs.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceRoku must find courage to embrace his heritage and powers.
The story draws from Filipino folklore, not Christian faith.
Family relationships and the desire for acceptance are key.
Themes of self-discovery and honoring ancestors are present.
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