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Teens · Ages 13–17

Dead or Alive

by Derek Landy

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2021

Skulduggery Pleasant and Valkyrie Cain face a new threat involving powerful beings and ancient secrets.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic undertones and kissing occur.

Violence / Gore60

Frequent action, combat, and magical battles occur.

Profanity / Language30

Moderate profanity is present throughout the book.

Blasphemy15

Some mild blasphemy may be present.

Substance Use10

References to past substance use may occur.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of death and loss are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

Some dark and frightening magical elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft50

Magic, sorcery, and supernatural beings are central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

A worldview that includes magic and supernatural powers is presented.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Valkyrie and Skulduggery show immense courage and sacrifice.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and protective love between characters are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Limited themes of redemption are present.

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