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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Killer Instinct

by Jennifer Lynn Barnes

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A teenage girl named Cassandra is recruited into a secret society of assassins and must hone her skills while navigating complex loyalties and dangerous missions.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore70

The book features intense action sequences and assassinations.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is included.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The violent nature of the plot can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on espionage and combat skills.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Cassandra displays significant bravery and resilience.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Cassandra develops bonds with some allies.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not central.

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