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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The Awakening

by Kelley Armstrong

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

A teenage girl discovers she has supernatural abilities and is drawn into a hidden world of ancient beings and danger.

Concern Level

53/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore40

There are fight scenes and moments of intense danger.

Profanity / Language10

Mild language may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes involve frightening creatures and tense situations.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The story features ancient beings, magic, and supernatural powers.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Minor LGBTQ+ characters may be present without affirmation.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The worldview incorporates magic and supernatural elements outside of a Christian context.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The protagonist shows courage in facing her new reality and threats.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and emerging romantic feelings are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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