Beastly
by Alex Flinn
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
A modern retelling of Beauty and the Beast, where a vain high school student is transformed into a beast.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentKendra and the Beast share romantic tension and kisses.
There are mentions of past violence and threats.
No profanity is present in the text.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance use is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
The Beast's appearance can be unsettling.
The transformation and curse have magical elements.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on themes of inner beauty and redemption.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKendra shows courage in facing her situation.
Faith is not a theme in this book.
The core of the story is about seeing beyond appearances and loving.
Redemption and second chances are key themes.
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