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Ruthless Gods (Something Dark and Holy, #2) cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Ruthless Gods (Something Dark and Holy, #2)

by Emily A. Duncan

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Two teenage boys navigate their complex feelings for each other and the challenges of coming out in a story about love and acceptance.

Concern Level

77/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

20/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content50

Kissing and romantic intimacy between the male protagonists are depicted.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is present in the story.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters experience emotional vulnerability and anxiety.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes100

The story centers on a gay romance and LGBTQ+ identity.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A secular worldview focused on personal relationships is presented.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in expressing their true selves.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship70

The central theme is the development of romantic love.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of acceptance and self-discovery are prominent.

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