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Young Adults · Ages 15+

A Dark and Starless Forest

by Sarah Hollowell

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman ventures into a dangerous, enchanted forest to find a cure for her sister, encountering mythical creatures.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

26/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

The forest is dangerous, with encounters involving threats and harm.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No self-harm or suicidal ideation is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing60

The enchanted forest is depicted as dark, dangerous, and frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story is filled with mythical creatures and forest magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The presence of mythical creatures and forest magic presents a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist displays significant courage on her perilous quest.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the narrative.

Love & Friendship50

Familial love drives the protagonist's actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Some instances of overcoming adversity are shown.

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