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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Burning glass

by Kathryn Purdie

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A young woman with fire magic is forced into a marriage with a cruel king and discovers hidden powers.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Intense romantic and physical intimacy is depicted.

Violence / Gore40

The story contains violence, including combat and threats.

Profanity / Language30

Moderate profanity is present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the plot.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

The protagonist experiences emotional distress and confinement.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some intense and potentially frightening situations occur.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story features elemental magic and sorcery prominently.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story presents a magical system and a secular power structure.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist shows resilience and courage in her circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Romantic love and desire are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of freedom and self-discovery are present.

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