The Calling
by Cate Tiernan
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A teenage girl discovers she has supernatural abilities and must navigate a world of magic and danger.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.
There are scenes of magical combat and peril.
Mild profanity may be present.
Some characters may use mild blasphemous language.
No substance abuse is depicted.
No instances of suicide or self-harm occur.
Some scenes involving magic and danger can be intense.
The story heavily features magic, spells, and supernatural beings.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The narrative centers on a magical system and supernatural forces.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display significant courage in facing magical threats.
Christian faith is absent; the focus is on magic.
Friendships are important, but romantic elements are present.
Characters learn to control their powers and make difficult choices.
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