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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

William Shakespeare's The tempest

by Bruce Coville

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1994

A retelling of Shakespeare's play where Prospero, a sorcerer, manipulates events on an island.

Concern Level

40/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this adaptation.

Violence / Gore10

Minor conflicts and threats occur on the island.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in this version.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

The book does not depict suicide or self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some mild suspense exists due to magical events.

Occult & Witchcraft50

Prospero's magic and spirits are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes and characters are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The pervasive magic and spirits represent a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters face challenges and make choices.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith, prayer, or scripture are not mentioned.

Love & Friendship10

Relationships and forgiveness are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Elements of reconciliation and forgiveness are present.

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