Checkmate
by Greg Rucka
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2007
A former assassin is drawn back into her dangerous past when her former mentor is murdered.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome implied sexual relationships and brief mentions of past encounters exist.
Graphic violence, including shootings and hand-to-hand combat, is frequent and detailed.
Profanity is present, including strong curse words used by characters.
No blasphemy is present in the story.
No substance abuse is depicted in the narrative.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
Some tense and suspenseful moments create mild unease.
The story does not involve any occult themes.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview presented is secular and focused on action.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display courage in facing dangerous situations and difficult choices.
No Christian faith elements are present in the book.
Some loyalty and protective instincts are shown towards loved ones.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.
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