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Silver in the Bone (Silver in the Bone, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Silver in the Bone (Silver in the Bone, #1)

by Alexandra Bracken

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2023

Tamsin Lark is a hollower who hunts for ancient Arthurian relics to break a curse on her brother, eventually venturing into a dark, magical Avalon.

Concern Level

69/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

36/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content35

Includes descriptive kissing and intense physical attraction with some on-page making out.

Violence / Gore55

Features frequent combat, undead creatures, blood, and descriptions of gruesome ancient curses.

Profanity / Language40

Includes moderate use of profanity such as s-word, d-mn, and h-ll throughout the dialogue.

Blasphemy15

God's name is used occasionally as an exclamation or casual interjection.

Substance Use10

Minor references to drinking in social settings or taverns occur briefly.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Tamsin struggles with feelings of worthlessness and the trauma of being abandoned.

Scary / Disturbing60

The setting of Avalon is a dark, decaying land filled with terrifying corpses and monsters.

Occult & Witchcraft75

The plot centers on sorcery, necromancy, pagan myths, and the use of magical artifacts.

Sexuality & Gender Themes20

Includes minor secondary characters who are mentioned as being in same-sex relationships.

Worldview & Spirituality50

The narrative emphasizes self-reliance and the idea that myths are shaped by human will.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

No direct attacks on Christianity, though it prioritizes a dark, pagan mythological framework.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Tamsin shows significant bravery by facing deadly perils to protect her brother, Cabell.

Faith & Hope5

There is no mention of Christian faith; characters rely on magic and their own strength.

Love & Friendship70

The central motivation is the deep, protective bond between Tamsin and her brother, Cabell.

Forgiveness & Redemption40

Characters struggle with past betrayals and slowly learn to trust former rivals.

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