Shimmer
Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2013
A young woman named Shimmer discovers she has magical abilities and must learn to control them while navigating a world where magic is feared.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the book.
Some mild peril and conflict occur between characters.
No profanity is used in the story.
No blasphemous content is present.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted.
Some scenes may be mildly unsettling due to magical threats.
The story centers on the discovery and use of magic and magical creatures.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.
The world has a negative view of magic, creating conflict.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceShimmer shows courage in facing her fears and powers.
Christian faith is not a central theme in this book.
Friendship and loyalty are explored between characters.
Themes of forgiveness or redemption are not prominent.
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