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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

With a Sword in My Hand

by Jean-Claude van Rijckeghem

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

A young man named Joris is drawn into a dangerous world of espionage and political intrigue during wartime.

Concern Level

40/ 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 / Gore50

The story contains scenes of combat and danger.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

Tense situations and wartime atmosphere create suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality20

Depicts the realities of war and political conflict.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Joris demonstrates courage in dangerous espionage missions.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty to country and comrades is a theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of duty and sacrifice are present.

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