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Illuminary (The Sceptre & the Stylus, #1) cover
Teens · Ages 13–16

Illuminary (The Sceptre & the Stylus, #1)

by Chawna Schroeder

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman discovers she has a unique connection to a magical artifact and must protect it from those who seek its power.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic undertones are present between characters.

Violence / Gore30

There are instances of conflict and physical altercations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the narrative.

Blasphemy0

The book does not contain any blasphemous content.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some suspenseful moments create mild tension.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story features magical artifacts and mystical abilities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not a focus of this book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The world is built around magical systems and ancient lore.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist displays bravery in protecting the artifact.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element in this story.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty are important themes explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some characters show a willingness to learn and adapt.

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