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Young Adults · Ages 16+

One dark throne

by Kendare Blake

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

In a kingdom where the queen must die each year, two sisters, Arsinoe and Mirabella, vie for the throne and the survival of their people.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Romantic relationships and some kissing are depicted.

Violence / Gore60

Significant violence, including death and combat, is present.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may appear in dialogue.

Blasphemy10

Some blasphemous-sounding exclamations or references may occur.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of death and sacrifice are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The dark fantasy setting and violent events create a grim atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Magic and rituals are integral to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is pagan and focused on power and destiny.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not mentioned in this novel.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters display courage in facing deadly trials and political machinations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent from this fantasy world.

Love & Friendship30

Sisterly bonds and romantic interests are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Survival and duty are key motivations for characters.

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