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Teens · Ages 13–17

A coming evil

by Vivian Vande Velde

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A young girl discovers she has magical abilities and must confront an approaching evil.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this fantasy novel.

Violence / Gore30

There are confrontations and battles with magical forces.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is absent from the text of this book.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content appears in this magical world.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The approaching evil and magical threats create suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Magic and supernatural abilities are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The worldview incorporates magic as a natural force.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist displays significant courage facing magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty are important themes in the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are not present.

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