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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Blood & flowers

by Penny Blubaugh

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

In a world where blood is a source of magic, a young woman named Elara must confront her destiny and a brewing conflict.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

20/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Kissing and romantic tension are present between characters.

Violence / Gore40

There are depictions of combat and injury.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is absent from the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some tense situations might be mildly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The magic system is based on blood, bordering on occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not featured in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The magic system presents a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Elara demonstrates courage facing her challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship40

Romantic love is a significant element.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of forgiveness are not central.

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