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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Shadow of the Sorcerer

by Stan Nicholls

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

In a land of magic and conflict, a young man named Kaelen must confront a powerful sorcerer and uncover secrets of his past.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore50

Battles and magical combat are described.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some dark magic and dangerous creatures may be frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Magic and sorcery are central to the plot and world.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The world operates on magic and non-Christian spiritual principles.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Kaelen displays courage in facing dangerous foes.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and camaraderie are important among characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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