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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Viper Within

by Sam Mills

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young boy named Alex discovers he has a hidden power and must learn to control it to protect himself and others from a dangerous entity known as the Viper.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and a kiss are present.

Violence / Gore50

Violence includes fighting, threats, and magical combat.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used in the story.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the plot.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing40

The presence of the Viper and magical threats creates suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves supernatural powers and entities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on supernatural abilities and conflict.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Alex shows significant courage in facing the Viper.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Alex shows loyalty to his friends and a desire to protect them.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not explored.

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