Existence (Existence, #1)
by Abbi Glines
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
Pagan Moore is a teenager who has seen souls from the afterlife her whole life, but she becomes obsessed with a mysterious boy who isn't quite dead or alive.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentIncludes intense descriptions of physical attraction, heavy making out, and sensual tension between Pagan and Dank.
Features a car accident and some threatening supernatural encounters involving souls and spirits.
Contains moderate language including uses of 'hell,' 'damn,' and 'bitch.'
Includes some casual exclamations using God's name in a conversational manner.
Minor references to typical high school social settings where alcohol might be present.
Pagan struggles with the isolation of her secret ability but no self-harm.
The presence of spirits and the personification of Death creates a spooky atmosphere.
The plot centers on communicating with the dead and a romanticized version of Death.
No LGBTQ+ characters or themes are present in this installment.
Promotes a secular, paranormal view of the afterlife and 'Death' as a romantic figure.
Religion is largely absent rather than openly mocked or attacked.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presencePagan shows bravery in facing terrifying spirits to protect those she cares about.
The story relies on paranormal mythology rather than any Christian faith or prayer.
Features strong protective instincts and loyalty between Pagan and her best friend.
Themes of letting go are present but secondary to the romantic plot.
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