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The Beasts We Bury (The Broken Citadel, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 15+

The Beasts We Bury (The Broken Citadel, #1)

by D.L. Taylor

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

In a war-torn land, a young woman with a dangerous secret must survive. She becomes entangled in a rebellion against a tyrannical regime.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic tension and kissing occurs.

Violence / Gore60

The story depicts significant violence, battles, and death.

Profanity / Language15

Profanity is present, including stronger expletives.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm5

Characters experience intense emotional hardship.

Scary / Disturbing30

The war setting creates a grim and tense atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Magic plays a role in the conflict and plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is focused on survival and rebellion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

The protagonist shows extreme courage and resilience.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Loyalty to allies and developing romantic feelings are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of fighting for a better future are present.

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