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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Dearly Departed

by Lia Habel

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

This paranormal romance features a teenage girl who falls for a vampire.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content70

Significant romantic and sexual tension, some intimate scenes.

Violence / Gore50

Depictions of violence, including fighting and injury.

Profanity / Language30

Moderate use of profanity is present.

Blasphemy10

Some mild blasphemous language may occur.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some suspenseful and potentially frightening moments.

Occult & Witchcraft50

Vampires and supernatural elements are central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Courage is shown in facing supernatural dangers.

Faith & Hope0

No true Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship60

Romantic love is a primary focus of the story.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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