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Children · Ages 10–13

Under the Serpent Sea

by Tony Abbott

Age rating: Ages 10–13 · Children

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

A young boy named Finn journeys to a magical island to save his father from a curse. He encounters mythical creatures and faces dangerous trials.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

Finn faces peril from mythical beasts and dangerous situations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some creatures and perilous situations may be mildly frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story features mythical creatures and magical elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on adventure and myth, not worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Finn shows bravery facing monsters to save his father.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of this adventure story.

Love & Friendship50

Finn's love for his father drives his quest.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not central to the plot.

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