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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Medusa

by Jessie Burton

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

This novel reimagines the myth of Medusa, focusing on her life before and during her transformation into a monster.

Concern Level

43/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some romantic and physical intimacy is described between characters.

Violence / Gore30

Violence occurs, including battles and the death of characters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing20

The transformation and monstrous aspects of Medusa can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story involves Greek gods, curses, and magical transformations.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story presents a polytheistic Greek mythology worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

Gods are portrayed as capricious and sometimes cruel.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Medusa shows courage in facing her fate and her attackers.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Some familial and platonic love is explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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