La cité des plaintes
by Ward, John
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2006
This novel, set in a fictional city, explores themes of societal decay and the struggles of its inhabitants.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe book contains mature themes and potentially explicit content.
Violence and harsh realities of the city are depicted.
Profanity is likely present due to the mature themes.
Discussions of faith or lack thereof may occur.
Substance use and its consequences may be depicted.
Themes of despair and self-harm may be present.
The atmosphere of the city can be unsettling.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are not a focus.
The narrative may question societal norms and values.
Religious or moral frameworks might be challenged.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters may show resilience in dire circumstances.
Faith is explored as a concept, not necessarily practiced.
Interpersonal relationships are strained but present.
Themes of societal breakdown and human struggle are central.
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