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Teens · Ages 13–16

A Curse Dark as Gold

by Elizabeth C. Bunce

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A Curse Dark as Gold is a fairy tale retelling where a young woman inherits a cursed bakery and must break the enchantment.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore10

Mild peril and suspense related to the curse occur.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

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

The curse and its effects create a slightly unsettling atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft40

The story involves a magical curse and enchanted objects.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is rooted in fairy tale magic and folklore.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist shows courage in facing the inherited curse.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this novel.

Love & Friendship30

The protagonist develops loyalty to her family's legacy.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative does not focus on grace or repentance.

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