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Young Adults · Ages 16+

The Island Of Excess Love

by Francesca Lia Block

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

This collection of short stories explores themes of love, loss, and magic in Los Angeles.

Concern Level

48/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Some stories contain mature themes and sensuality.

Violence / Gore20

Some mild violence or peril may be present.

Profanity / Language20

Some profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use10

Hints of despair or difficult emotions may appear.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of sadness or emotional struggle are present.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some stories have a slightly melancholic tone.

Occult & Witchcraft30

Magical elements and mystical themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is more secular and artistic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show resilience in difficult situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the story.

Love & Friendship40

Various forms of love are explored in the stories.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or mercy are not central.

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