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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Trooper Ross and Signal Butte

by Charles King

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1896

A young soldier named Trooper Ross experiences the harsh realities and adventures of the American frontier during a military campaign.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

This historical novel contains no sexual content.

Violence / Gore50

Depictions of combat, injury, and the harshness of war are present.

Profanity / Language20

Some period-appropriate profanity may be used by soldiers.

Blasphemy5

Mild blasphemy might occur in dialogue reflecting the era.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

The harshness of the frontier and conflict can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are featured in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this historical story.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview reflects the military and frontier life of the time.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not negatively portrayed or central.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Trooper Ross and others display significant courage in battle.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this novel.

Love & Friendship10

Camaraderie and loyalty among soldiers are depicted.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not prominent.

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