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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Beautiful Creatures (Beautiful Creatures Series, Book 1)

by Kami Garcia

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A teenage girl discovers she has magical powers and is caught between two powerful families.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Romantic tension and kissing are present between characters.

Violence / Gore40

There are confrontations and magical battles with dangerous outcomes.

Profanity / Language20

Some profanity may be present in the dialogue.

Blasphemy10

References to divine or supernatural powers may occur.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The paranormal elements and dark magic can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story heavily features witchcraft, spells, and supernatural abilities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality60

The magic system and themes are rooted in occult practices, not Christianity.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The protagonist shows courage in facing her destiny and dangers.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic love and attraction are significant plot drivers.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of choice and destiny are explored, but not explicit grace.

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