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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Playing with fire

by Phoebe Rivers

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young girl named Anya discovers she has a magical ability to control fire after a traumatic event, leading her to a hidden community.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Anya and Liam share a developing romantic connection.

Violence / Gore40

There are instances of magical combat and danger.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some scenes involve peril and threat.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The story centers on elemental magic and hidden powers.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is centered on magical abilities.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Anya shows courage in mastering her powers.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Anya forms bonds with others in the hidden community.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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