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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Magic lessons

by Justine Larbalestier

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A young woman named Kit learns magic from her grandmother, facing challenges and a dangerous enemy in 1920s New York.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Kissing and intimate moments occur between romantic leads.

Violence / Gore30

There are instances of magical combat and threats.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is found.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some magical confrontations can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story centers on learning and using magic extensively.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes or characters are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is secular, focused on magical systems.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Kit shows courage in facing magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Romantic love is a significant developing theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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