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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

A Reckless Magick

by Stephanie Burgis

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young woman discovers she has magical abilities and must navigate a dangerous world of political intrigue and forbidden power.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic tension and kissing occurs between characters.

Violence / Gore30

Characters face threats and some mild physical altercations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some tense situations and mild peril create unease.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Magic is a central element, with spells and magical abilities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show bravery in facing difficult and dangerous situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a prominent theme in this story.

Love & Friendship30

Some characters demonstrate care and concern for others.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of forgiveness are not central to the plot.

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