The Devil You Know (Felix Castor, #1)
by Mike Carey
Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
Felix Castor, a freelance exorcist in London, takes on cases involving ghosts and demons, often finding himself in dangerous supernatural situations.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentFelix has a past romantic relationship and some suggestive dialogue occurs.
There are graphic descriptions of demonic attacks and violent confrontations.
Frequent use of strong profanity, including f-bombs, is present.
Demonic entities and blasphemous language are part of the narrative.
Felix occasionally drinks alcohol to cope with stress.
Felix expresses feelings of despair and cynicism.
The book is filled with terrifying supernatural encounters and horror elements.
The core of the story involves exorcisms, demons, ghosts, and occult practices.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The worldview is dark and cynical, with a focus on the supernatural and moral ambiguity.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present, but religion is often depicted as ineffective against demons.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceFelix displays a grim determination and courage in facing supernatural threats.
Religious elements are present but often portrayed as struggling against evil.
Felix shows some loyalty to his associates, but it's often strained.
No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.
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