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The Varcolac's Diary (Charlie Sullivan and the Monster Hunters, #1) cover
Children · Ages 10–13

The Varcolac's Diary (Charlie Sullivan and the Monster Hunters, #1)

by D.C. McGannon

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Charlie Sullivan discovers he can see monsters and must team up with a group of unlikely friends to hunt them.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this middle grade story.

Violence / Gore40

Charlie fights various monsters throughout his adventures.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is featured in the book.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing30

The monsters can be a bit scary for younger readers.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story is filled with various types of monsters and supernatural elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focused on adventure and friendship.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not featured in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Charlie shows bravery in facing monsters and protecting others.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a component of the story.

Love & Friendship40

Strong friendships develop between Charlie and his new allies.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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