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Teens · Ages 13–17

Maleficent

by Elizabeth Rudnick

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

This novelization retells the story of Maleficent, exploring her origins and the events leading to her curse on Aurora.

Concern Level

43/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some mild romantic elements and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore40

There are scenes of conflict, betrayal, and magical attacks.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some scenes may be intense or unsettling due to magic.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story centers on a powerful fairy and dark magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is rooted in fairy tale morality and magic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Maleficent displays a fierce, albeit misguided, courage.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Themes of love, loss, and betrayal are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are central.

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