A Deadly Education (The Scholomance, #1)
by Naomi Novik
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
El is a powerful sorceress at a magical school where survival is paramount, and she must navigate deadly challenges and forge alliances to stay alive.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic tension exists between El and Orion.
The Scholomance is a dangerous place with constant monster attacks and student deaths.
Mild profanity is present throughout the narrative.
No blasphemy is present in the book.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
The constant threat of death can be unsettling.
Monsters and deadly magical traps create a scary atmosphere.
The entire premise revolves around dark magic and magical creatures.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.
The magic system is presented as amoral and self-serving.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceEl displays immense courage in facing constant danger.
No Christian faith elements are present in the story.
El forms tentative bonds and shows loyalty to allies.
No themes of grace or repentance are present.
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