The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2020
A young Coriolanus Snow is chosen to mentor a tribute from District 12 in the Hunger Games, shaping his future and the games.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThere are hints of romantic feelings and a kiss.
The Hunger Games involve brutal combat and death.
Minimal profanity is present.
Blasphemy is absent.
Substance abuse is absent.
Suicide or self-harm is absent.
The arena and the concept of the games are frightening.
Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.
LGBTQ+ themes are absent.
The narrative explores themes of power, control, and survival.
Some adults and authorities are portrayed as cruel.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCoriolanus displays strategic courage and ambition.
Faith is absent from the narrative.
Some characters show loyalty to each other.
Forgiveness is not a prominent theme.
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