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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The sacrifice

by Diane Matcheck

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1998

A young girl named Elara is thrust into a dangerous world where she must make a difficult sacrifice to save her people.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

37/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are hints of romantic feelings but no explicit scenes.

Violence / Gore70

The story contains significant violence, including battles and death.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy10

There are references to deities and rituals.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The concept of sacrifice can be emotionally heavy.

Scary / Disturbing40

The world is depicted as harsh and dangerous.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The story involves magical elements and rituals.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is not explicitly Christian and involves magic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice90

Elara's willingness to sacrifice herself is central.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship80

Elara's love for her people drives her actions.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The theme of sacrifice implies a form of redemption.

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