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Teens · Ages 13–17

The Sword (Sons of Destiny, #1)

by Jean Johnson

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

In a world where destiny is tied to magical swords, a young man named Kael must embrace his heritage to protect his people from an encroaching darkness.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

28/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

There are battles and some on-page fighting with swords.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The encroaching darkness and some creatures may be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft10

Magic is present, but not in an occult or witchcraft context.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented aligns with traditional fantasy tropes.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Kael shows courage facing his destiny and protecting others.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is implied through destiny and duty, not explicit Christianity.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty and duty to friends and kingdom are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of perseverance and overcoming challenges are present.

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