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Teens · Ages 13–17

Spellbound

by Ellie Boswell

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

This is a fantasy novel about a girl who discovers she has magical abilities and must learn to control them.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore10

Mild conflict and magical duels are present.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content appears in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some magical elements might be slightly unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Magic, spells, and magical creatures are central to the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The magic system is presented as a natural force, not tied to a specific faith.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

The protagonist shows courage in learning her powers.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a prominent theme.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and developing romantic feelings are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or repentance are absent.

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