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Courting Darkness (Courting Darkness Duology, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 16–17

Courting Darkness (Courting Darkness Duology, #1)

by Robin LaFevers

Age rating: Ages 16–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2019

Anya, a young woman with magical abilities, is drawn into a dangerous world of assassins and political power.

Concern Level

67/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content50

Romantic relationships are developing with kissing and attraction.

Violence / Gore60

Violence includes assassinations, combat, and the threat of death.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing50

The world of assassins and magic creates a tense atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story features magic, witches, and supernatural elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality60

The magic system and the morally gray characters present a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Anya shows significant courage in her dangerous role.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme, but survival is key.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic love and loyalty are important character motivations.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes in this book.

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