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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Dead gorgeous

by Malorie Blackman

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A group of teenagers attends a prestigious boarding school where a series of mysterious deaths begins to occur, leading to suspicion and fear.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic subplots and kissing may be present.

Violence / Gore60

The story involves multiple mysterious deaths and suspenseful situations.

Profanity / Language20

Some profanity may appear in the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing40

The mystery and deaths create a suspenseful atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or magical elements are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative focuses on the mystery, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show some bravery in investigating the mysteries.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship dynamics are explored within the school setting.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are absent.

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