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Young Adults · Ages 17+

An Archive of Romance

by Ava Reid

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

In the Victorian-inspired city of L'Isle, a young woman searches for a lost magical archive while navigating a complex relationship with a rival scholar.

Concern Level

71/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content75

The story features frequent, explicit, and graphic open-door sexual encounters between the main characters.

Violence / Gore30

Occasional scenes of physical peril and gothic-style bodily descriptions occur throughout the narrative.

Profanity / Language40

Moderate use of strong language and modern profanities are present in dialogue.

Blasphemy20

There are occasional casual misuses of God's name in exclamations.

Substance Use25

Characters consume alcohol and occasionally use substances typical of the historical period's setting.

Suicide & Self-Harm15

The narrative explores themes of isolation and psychological distress but lacks specific self-harm content.

Scary / Disturbing45

The gothic atmosphere includes eerie settings, unsettling magical elements, and a sense of dread.

Occult & Witchcraft65

The plot centers on academic magic, ancient rituals, and the manipulation of mystical archives.

Sexuality & Gender Themes40

The book includes queer characters and themes, presenting them in an affirming manner.

Worldview & Spirituality60

The story emphasizes self-actualization through forbidden knowledge and challenges traditional societal structures.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal30

Religious institutions are occasionally portrayed as restrictive or antagonistic to the protagonists' freedom.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice45

The protagonist shows bravery in defying social expectations to pursue her intellectual goals.

Faith & Hope5

There is no significant mention of Christian faith or biblical devotion in the story.

Love & Friendship50

The relationship focuses heavily on intense romantic and physical attraction rather than self-sacrificial love.

Forgiveness & Redemption35

Characters navigate past hurts, though resolution often comes through acceptance rather than biblical repentance.

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