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City of Shattered Light (Requiem Dark, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 16+

City of Shattered Light (Requiem Dark, #1)

by Claire Winn

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman with a forbidden power must navigate a war-torn world and uncover secrets about her lineage.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content50

Intense romantic and sexual tension is present, with some explicit scenes.

Violence / Gore60

Graphic violence includes battles, torture, and death.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity is used sparingly by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes are tense and unsettling due to the war.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The magic system involves elemental powers and ancient rituals.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focusing on power and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist displays significant courage in the face of danger.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship60

Romantic love is a central theme, with deep devotion shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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