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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Monstrous beauty

by Elizabeth Fama

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A young woman discovers she is a monster and must navigate a world that fears her, finding love and self-acceptance.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

19/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Romantic and physical intimacy is described between characters.

Violence / Gore20

Some peril and conflict exist, but not graphic violence.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

The monstrous nature of some characters can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The protagonist shows courage in embracing her identity.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this story.

Love & Friendship60

Self-giving love and acceptance are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are absent.

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