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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

La rose et le diable

by Cécile Gagnon

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A young woman named Rose is forced to marry a mysterious and feared man known as the Devil. She must navigate his strange castle and uncover his secrets.

Concern Level

42/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content15

Some romantic tension and implied intimacy exist between Rose and the Devil.

Violence / Gore20

The Devil's power is sometimes depicted with frightening, though not graphic, displays.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing30

The Devil's castle and his reputation create a mildly unsettling atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The main character is the Devil, a supernatural being with dark powers.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The Devil's nature is explored, but not presented as a positive worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Rose shows courage in facing her unknown circumstances and the Devil.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are not present in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Rose's feelings for the Devil evolve from fear to a complex affection.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of understanding and potential redemption are subtly explored.

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