Theseus and the Minotaur
by Laura North
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2009
A retelling of the Greek myth where Theseus journeys to Crete to face the monstrous Minotaur in the labyrinth.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the story.
The story involves fighting a monster and implied death.
No profanity is used by the characters.
No blasphemous language is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.
The Minotaur and the labyrinth can be frightening.
The story is based on ancient Greek mythology.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The worldview is based on ancient Greek polytheism.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTheseus displays immense courage in facing the Minotaur.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Themes of duty and protecting others are present.
Themes of bravery and overcoming seemingly impossible odds are present.
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