The Shining Company
Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1990
A group of young Britons defend their island against Viking invaders in this historical fiction novel.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSexual content is absent from the narrative.
The story depicts intense battles and the brutality of war.
Profanity is not present in the text.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme.
No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.
The violence and peril of war can be intense.
Occult themes are absent from the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The worldview is historical and focuses on survival.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display immense courage and resilience in defense.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty to kin and homeland is a strong theme.
Themes of duty and fighting for one's home are central.
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