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The Deceivers (Vale Hall, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The Deceivers (Vale Hall, #1)

by Kristen Simmons

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Teenagers at a prestigious boarding school are targeted by a mysterious group that manipulates their deepest fears.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic subplots are present but not a primary focus.

Violence / Gore50

The story involves psychological manipulation and threats of harm.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may appear sparingly in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included in the narrative.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing70

The narrative is filled with suspense and unsettling psychological horror.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The antagonists use psychological and possibly supernatural means.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is not explicitly non-Christian.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this narrative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters must find courage to confront their fears.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the story.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and mutual support are important for survival.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and mercy are not central to the plot.

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