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The Bright & the Pale (The Bright & the Pale Duology, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Bright & the Pale (The Bright & the Pale Duology, #1)

by Jessica Rubinkowski

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman discovers she can manipulate light and shadow, embarking on a quest to save her kingdom from a creeping darkness.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some romantic elements and kissing occur.

Violence / Gore40

Battles and magical combat are depicted.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

The encroaching darkness can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft60

Magic based on light and shadow is central.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview promotion is present.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist displays significant courage in facing danger.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of hope and fighting against despair are present.

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