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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Hush, Hush (Hush, Hush, #1)

by Becca Fitzpatrick

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

69/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content45

Features intense physical attraction, heavy making out, and suggestive dialogue between Nora and Patch.

Violence / Gore40

Includes physical altercations, a car accident, and a climactic scene involving a life-threatening fall.

Profanity / Language35

Contains moderate profanity including uses of h-ll, d-mn, and various mild to moderate expletives.

Blasphemy30

Uses God's name as an exclamation and features fallen angels in a secularized mythological context.

Substance Use20

Minor characters attend parties where alcohol is present; Patch has a rebellious reputation.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Nora experiences significant psychological distress and gaslighting, but no self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing50

The book features stalking themes, creepy settings like a dark carnival, and supernatural threats.

Occult & Witchcraft75

Centrally features fallen angels, Nephilim, mind control, and spiritual warfare detached from biblical theology.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

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

Worldview & Spirituality65

Promotes a 'bad boy' romance where dangerous, manipulative behavior is framed as romantic and desirable.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal40

Uses biblical terminology like 'Archangels' and 'Nephilim' in a purely fictional, non-scriptural context.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Nora shows bravery when facing supernatural enemies to protect herself and her friend.

Faith & Hope5

While using religious names, there is no actual Christian faith or prayer depicted.

Love & Friendship30

The central relationship is characterized more by obsession and danger than self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of redemption for Patch are present but are tied to romantic obsession.

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