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Teens · Ages 14–16

Mark of the plague

by Kevin Sands

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

In 14th-century London, a young apprentice named Kit must uncover the truth behind a series of mysterious deaths during a plague outbreak.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

Descriptions of plague victims and death are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The atmosphere of plague and death can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not involve occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The narrative does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Kit shows courage in investigating dangerous mysteries.

Faith & Hope10

Religious faith is present in the historical context.

Love & Friendship15

Loyalty to friends and family is shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Resilience in the face of adversity is a theme.

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