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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Moonshadow

by Gillian Lobel

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

Moonshadow is a fantasy novel where a young girl named Anya discovers she has magical abilities and must embark on a quest to save her kingdom. She encounters mythical creatures and faces dangerous challenges.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension exists between Anya and a companion.

Violence / Gore40

Battles and confrontations involve magical and physical harm.

Profanity / Language0

Profanity is not used in the dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous statements are made in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No depictions of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some creatures and situations can be mildly frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Magic and sorcery are central to the plot and character abilities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The world's magic system operates outside of a Christian framework.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Anya displays courage facing overwhelming magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the story.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty and friendship are important themes for Anya.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of perseverance and overcoming adversity are present.

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