A Torch Against the Night (An Ember in the Ashes)
by Sabaa Tahir
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2017
Laia, a spy for the rebellion, and Elias, a soldier for the brutal Martial Empire, risk everything in a war-torn land.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic attraction and kissing occur between characters.
The book depicts brutal warfare, torture, and executions.
Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.
No blasphemous language is present in the text.
Characters experience trauma and consider desperate actions.
Characters experience trauma and consider desperate actions.
The setting is violent and features disturbing scenes.
No occult or supernatural elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.
The society is oppressive and values military might.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceLaia and Elias display extraordinary courage in their missions.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Themes of love and loyalty are central to the plot.
Moments of compassion and mercy appear amidst brutality.
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