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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Book of shadows

by Cate Tiernan

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2001

A teenage girl discovers she has magical abilities and becomes involved in a world of witches and covens.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild conflict and peril occur between magical factions.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some scenes may be unsettling due to magical themes.

Occult & Witchcraft80

The story centers on witchcraft, covens, and magical practices.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The story presents witchcraft as a central element.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows bravery in learning about her powers.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship10

Some loyalty is shown within magical groups.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not explicitly explored.

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