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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Checkmate CD (Abridged)

by Malorie Blackman

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

Seventeen-year-old Callie lives in a society divided by color, where she is a 'Collie' and must obey the ruling 'Seers'. She discovers a hidden world and a rebellion that challenges the established order.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the abridged version.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild violence occurs during confrontations and escape attempts.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

The oppressive society and potential dangers create mild suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The society's rigid caste system promotes a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

Authority figures are portrayed as oppressive and unjust.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Callie shows courage in defying the established social order.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Callie develops loyalty and care for her friends and allies.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The narrative focuses on rebellion rather than repentance or mercy.

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