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Teens · Ages 13–16

Gallant

by V.E. Schwab

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2022

Olivia Prior, a non-verbal orphan, travels to her family estate, Gallant, only to discover a decaying manor haunted by ghouls and a dark mirror realm.

Concern Level

56/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

33/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

The story contains no sexual content or romance beyond very brief, chaste mentions.

Violence / Gore35

Characters face physical peril from ghouls, including some blood and a few deaths.

Profanity / Language10

Language is very mild with only a couple instances of minor profanity.

Blasphemy5

There are no significant instances of the misuse of God's name.

Substance Use10

Minor references to tea and a character drinking wine are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Olivia deals with isolation and the haunting legacy of her mother's mental distress.

Scary / Disturbing60

The atmosphere is eerie, featuring decaying ghouls, shadows, and a sense of dread.

Occult & Witchcraft55

The plot centers on a family curse, spirits, and a portal to a dark underworld.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

There are no LGBTQ+ themes or characters featured in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The narrative focuses on a dark, cyclical fate and the thin veil between life and death.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

While not attacking Christianity, the book presents a bleak, superstitious world without divine hope.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice75

Olivia shows significant bravery by facing her fears to protect her family home.

Faith & Hope5

There is no mention of Christian faith or prayer in this supernatural setting.

Love & Friendship60

A strong sense of belonging and familial loyalty drives Olivia's desire to find a home.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The story focuses more on breaking generational curses than on interpersonal repentance.

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