
Hush, Hush (Hush, Hush, #1)
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
Nora Grey finds herself drawn to the mysterious Patch Cipriano, only to discover he is a fallen angel who needs her life to become human.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentFeatures intense physical attraction, heavy making out, and suggestive dialogue between Nora and Patch.
Includes physical altercations, a car accident, and a climactic scene involving a life-threatening fall.
Contains moderate profanity including uses of h-ll, d-mn, and various mild to moderate expletives.
Uses God's name as an exclamation and features fallen angels in a secularized mythological context.
Minor characters attend parties where alcohol is present; Patch has a rebellious reputation.
Nora experiences significant psychological distress and gaslighting, but no self-harm is present.
The book features stalking themes, creepy settings like a dark carnival, and supernatural threats.
Centrally features fallen angels, Nephilim, mind control, and spiritual warfare detached from biblical theology.
There are no prominent LGBTQ+ characters or themes in this story.
Promotes a 'bad boy' romance where dangerous, manipulative behavior is framed as romantic and desirable.
Uses biblical terminology like 'Archangels' and 'Nephilim' in a purely fictional, non-scriptural context.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceNora shows bravery when facing supernatural enemies to protect herself and her friend.
While using religious names, there is no actual Christian faith or prayer depicted.
The central relationship is characterized more by obsession and danger than self-giving love.
Themes of redemption for Patch are present but are tied to romantic obsession.
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