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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Destiny and deception

by Shannon Delany

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young woman discovers she is a witch and must navigate a dangerous world of magic and betrayal. She learns about her powers and the secrets of her family.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some kissing and romantic tension between characters.

Violence / Gore40

Characters face physical threats and some fighting occurs.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some tense and suspenseful moments create mild fear.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Witchcraft and magical abilities are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The world operates on magic, which may be seen as a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show courage in facing dangerous magical situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Some developing romantic feelings and loyalty between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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