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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Shadow falls

by Amy Kathleen Ryan

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2005

In a world where vampires and humans coexist, a young woman named Clara finds herself caught between two worlds and a forbidden romance.

Concern Level

37/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are passionate kisses and romantic tension.

Violence / Gore30

Vampire attacks and fights occur.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity is used.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some scenes involving vampires can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Vampires and their supernatural abilities are central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The story normalizes supernatural beings and their relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Clara shows courage in navigating her dangerous situation.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship60

The story focuses heavily on romantic love and attraction.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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