To Hold the Bridge
by Garth Nix
Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A young man named Finn must cross a dangerous magical bridge to save his people from an encroaching darkness.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present.
There are descriptions of conflict and danger.
No profanity is present.
No blasphemy is present.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The bridge itself presents a frightening challenge.
Magic and magical creatures are part of the world.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on duty and destiny.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFinn demonstrates immense courage to cross the bridge.
No Christian faith elements are present.
A sense of duty and care for others is shown.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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