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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Shadow Kiss

by Richelle Mead

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

Shadow Kiss is the second book in the Vampire Academy series, following Rose Hathaway as she navigates her training and a dangerous romance.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Rose and Dimitri share intense romantic and physical intimacy.

Violence / Gore60

Vampire battles and deadly encounters are frequent.

Profanity / Language30

Some moderate profanity is present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance abuse is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.

Scary / Disturbing50

Vampire attacks and dark magic create scary moments.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Vampire lore and dark magic are prominent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The vampire mythology presents a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Rose demonstrates fierce courage in protecting her friends.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central element.

Love & Friendship70

Rose's romantic love for Dimitri is a major focus.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Loyalty and sacrifice are important themes.

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