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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Shadow of the moon

by Rachel Hawthorne

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2010

A young woman named Anya is caught between duty and forbidden love in historical India.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Romantic relationships involve kissing and implied intimacy.

Violence / Gore20

There are instances of conflict, danger, and emotional distress.

Profanity / Language5

Occasional mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this story.

Suicide & Self-Harm5

Some characters experience emotional turmoil.

Scary / Disturbing5

Moments of peril and emotional intensity can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult themes are absent from the narrative.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story focuses on societal norms and personal choices.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice25

Anya shows courage in defying societal expectations.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme, but personal conviction is shown.

Love & Friendship30

The central theme is Anya's passionate and forbidden love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of duty, sacrifice, and personal desire are explored.

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