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Teens · Ages 13–15

Valentine & Orson

by Nancy Ekholm Burkert

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1989

This illustrated retelling of the medieval French romance follows twin brothers, Valentine and Orson, separated at birth and raised in vastly different circumstances.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this classic tale.

Violence / Gore30

There is some medieval combat and peril involving wild animals.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

The depiction of the wild man and forest creatures can be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is rooted in medieval European folklore.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Valentine and Orson show courage in facing challenges and enemies.

Faith & Hope0

The story does not focus on Christian faith or practices.

Love & Friendship20

Brotherly love and loyalty are present themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not emphasize grace, mercy, or repentance.

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