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Teens · Ages 14–16

Gilded

by Christina Farley

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A girl named Lyra discovers she has magical abilities and is drawn into a hidden world.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some romantic elements and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore40

There are depictions of conflict and danger.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters face difficult and dangerous situations.

Scary / Disturbing30

The magical world can have suspenseful and frightening aspects.

Occult & Witchcraft60

Magic and supernatural abilities are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this story.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The narrative explores a world with its own magical rules.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Lyra shows courage as she learns to use her powers.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Lyra forms bonds and shows loyalty to friends.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

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

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