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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Any Way the Wind Blows (Simon Snow, #3)

by Rainbow Rowell

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2021

Simon Snow and his friends return to England to face the aftermath of their adventures while Simon navigates his loss of magic and his relationship with Baz.

Concern Level

91/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

31/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content65

The book contains multiple descriptive, open-door sexual encounters between the main male characters.

Violence / Gore35

Characters face magical peril, physical altercations, and injuries during their investigation of a new threat.

Profanity / Language75

Strong language and frequent use of various profanities occur throughout the dialogue.

Blasphemy40

Characters use God's name as an exclamation or in casual, irreverent ways.

Substance Use30

Older characters occasionally consume alcohol in social settings or to cope with stress.

Suicide & Self-Harm40

Simon struggles with significant trauma, identity loss, and deep emotional distress following previous events.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some magical creatures and the mystery of the 'Chosen One' involve tense or eerie moments.

Occult & Witchcraft85

The entire plot centers on spellcasting, ritual magic, and a world governed by magical laws.

Sexuality & Gender Themes95

The story centers on and celebrates gay relationships and various LGBTQ+ identities.

Worldview & Spirituality80

The narrative prioritizes self-actualization, subjective identity, and secular moral frameworks over objective truth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

While not explicitly attacking the church, the story's values stand in direct opposition to biblical morality.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Simon and his friends show bravery in facing emotional trauma and protecting their chosen family.

Faith & Hope5

There is no mention of Christian faith; the characters rely on magic and themselves.

Love & Friendship50

The story emphasizes the importance of loyalty and support within a close-knit circle of friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption45

Characters work through past betrayals and learn to accept each other's flaws and mistakes.

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