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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Odd & true

by Cat Winters

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

This dark fantasy novel explores themes of folklore and family curses. A young woman investigates strange occurrences tied to her family's past in a remote town.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore30

There are scenes of peril and implied violence.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is featured.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing50

The story contains unsettling and creepy elements.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The plot involves folklore, curses, and potentially dark magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are included.

Worldview & Spirituality60

The folklore and supernatural elements present a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in uncovering dark secrets.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Romantic feelings develop between some characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are absent.

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