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The Scourge (Brilliant Darkness, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 16+

The Scourge (Brilliant Darkness, #1)

by A.G. Henley

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

This dark fantasy novel follows a group of survivors in a world ravaged by a magical plague.

Concern Level

75/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some implied romantic tension exists between characters.

Violence / Gore70

Graphic violence and death are prevalent due to the plague.

Profanity / Language30

Mild profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy20

Some characters question or curse their fate.

Substance Use10

Despair may lead to thoughts of giving up.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

The harsh reality includes characters contemplating death.

Scary / Disturbing80

The plague and its effects are terrifying and gruesome.

Occult & Witchcraft60

The plague has magical origins and effects.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not a focus of this book.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The world's despair suggests a lack of divine hope.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters show immense courage in survival.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith is not a focus of this book.

Love & Friendship20

Some bonds of affection form amidst hardship.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace, mercy, and repentance are not central themes.

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