The wicked wood
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2011
In this dark fantasy novel, a young girl named Lyra is drawn into a dangerous and magical forest known as the Wicked Wood. She encounters strange creatures and must uncover the secrets of the wood to survive.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
There are descriptions of peril and some creature-based violence.
Some mild profanity may appear in dialogue.
No blasphemous content is included.
Substance use is not a theme in this book.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
The Wicked Wood is described as a frightening and unsettling place.
The story features magic, spirits, and enchanted elements within the wood.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The magic system and creatures suggest a non-Christian worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLyra displays bravery facing the dangers of the Wicked Wood.
Christian faith is not a focus of this novel.
Some protective instincts are shown by characters.
Themes of grace or repentance are absent.
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