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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Lightning

by Bonnie S. Calhoun

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A young woman with a mysterious past finds herself caught in a conflict involving magic, prophecy, and a hidden kingdom.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Romantic relationships develop with kissing and some intimacy.

Violence / Gore30

There is some combat and peril involving magical forces.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some fantasy elements might be mildly unsettling for some.

Occult & Witchcraft50

Magic and prophecy are central elements of the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The fantasy elements present a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in facing dangerous situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme or element in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic love is a significant developing theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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