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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

By venom's sweet sting

by Tiffany Trent

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

In a world of magic and danger, a young woman named Anya must confront a powerful sorceress and her dark influence.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are romantic elements and some kissing scenes.

Violence / Gore50

Anya faces magical battles and dangerous creatures.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing30

The magical threats and dark sorceress create suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story features magic, spells, and a sorceress.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story is set in a fantasy world with its own magical rules.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Anya demonstrates courage in facing powerful magical forces.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Romantic feelings develop between Anya and another character.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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