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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Son of Umber and Nyx

by C. C. S. Jones

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2026

A young protagonist is thrust into a dark and dangerous world, facing ancient powers and a struggle for survival.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some mature themes and suggestive situations may be present.

Violence / Gore70

Graphic violence, gore, and brutal combat are depicted.

Profanity / Language40

Moderate to strong profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy30

Some blasphemous language and disrespect for deities occur.

Substance Use10

Hints of despair and difficult circumstances are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of hopelessness and struggle may touch on self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing60

The atmosphere is dark, disturbing, and often frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft50

The story features dark magic, demons, and ancient entities.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The worldview is often bleak, cynical, and morally ambiguous.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

Characters may express anti-religious sentiments.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters display a desperate form of courage.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Self-preservation and survival are primary motivations.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Redemption is rare and hard-won.

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