A Darker Shade of Magic (Shades of Magic, #1)
by V.E. Schwab
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
Kellan, a magician with the rare ability to travel between parallel Londons, is tasked with protecting a dangerous artifact. He is drawn into a conflict involving powerful sorcerers and the fate of multiple worlds.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic tension and kissing occur between Kellan and Lila.
There are multiple instances of magical combat and physical violence.
Mild profanity is present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present.
No substance abuse is present.
No suicide or self-harm is present.
Some scenes involve dark magic and dangerous creatures.
Magic and sorcery are central to the plot and character abilities.
No LGBTQ+ prominence or affirmation is present.
The magic system operates outside of a Christian framework.
No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKellan shows courage in facing dangerous magical threats.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Kellan and Lila develop a complex, protective bond.
Characters sometimes show mercy, but it's not a central theme.
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