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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Cold spell

by Jackson Pearce

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young adult fantasy novel where a girl with ice powers must navigate a magical world and a prophecy involving a coming winter.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Romantic elements include kissing and developing relationships.

Violence / Gore25

There are magical battles and threats of a destructive winter.

Profanity / Language5

Minimal, infrequent profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some suspenseful moments related to the prophecy and magical threats exist.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story features elemental magic and magical creatures.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality15

The magic system is a core element, separate from a Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

The protagonist shows courage in facing her destiny and powers.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship35

Romantic love and loyalty to friends are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of destiny and the balance of nature are present.

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