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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

State of sorrow

by Melinda Salisbury

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2018

In a kingdom ruled by a cruel queen, a young woman named Elara must navigate political intrigue and a dangerous prophecy to save her people.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some kissing occurs between Elara and Liam.

Violence / Gore40

There is on-page violence, including battles and executions.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing20

The atmosphere can be tense and unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No Christians are portrayed negatively in the story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Elara shows courage facing the queen and her own fears.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship40

Elara and Liam develop feelings for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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