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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Bloodguard

by Cecy Robson

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2023

Leilah, a gladiator fighting to save her sister, must team up with a mysterious warrior to survive a deadly tournament in a kingdom of dark magic.

Concern Level

73/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

28/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content75

The story contains frequent explicit, graphic sex scenes and highly descriptive physical intimacy.

Violence / Gore65

Gladiatorial combat includes graphic descriptions of blood, decapitation, and brutal physical injuries.

Profanity / Language70

Strong language, including frequent use of the F-word, occurs throughout the dialogue.

Blasphemy20

Characters occasionally use deity names as exclamations within the context of the fantasy world.

Substance Use30

Alcohol consumption occurs in social settings and to cope with the stress of combat.

Suicide & Self-Harm15

Characters deal with significant trauma and grief, but explicit self-harm is not a focus.

Scary / Disturbing40

The threat of the 'Void' and monstrous creatures creates moments of intense peril and horror.

Occult & Witchcraft55

The plot centers on magical abilities, blood-based powers, and dark sorcery.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

The primary romantic focus is heterosexual, with minimal emphasis on other orientations.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The story emphasizes self-reliance and survival in a world governed by fate and magic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

The book does not feature or mock the Christian faith or its symbols.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice65

Leilah shows immense bravery by fighting in the arena to secure her sister's freedom.

Faith & Hope0

There is no mention of Christian faith or biblical spirituality.

Love & Friendship55

Strong themes of sisterly devotion and developing loyalty between the two main leads are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

While some trust is built, the plot is driven more by retribution than by mercy.

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