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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Once dead, twice shy

by Kim Harrison

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A necromancer and a detective team up to solve supernatural crimes in a city filled with magic and danger.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Some romantic tension and implied intimacy between characters occurs.

Violence / Gore30

There are descriptions of magical combat and some injuries.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity is used sparingly by some characters.

Blasphemy10

References to dark magic and spirits are present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some supernatural elements and creatures can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story features necromancy, spirits, and magical abilities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present in this narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The world operates on magic, which is not a Christian concept.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters face dangerous situations and act bravely.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a focus of this story.

Love & Friendship30

Characters show loyalty and care for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some characters show forgiveness and understanding.

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