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The Summoning (Darkest Powers #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 15–17

The Summoning (Darkest Powers #1)

by Kelley Armstrong

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A teenage girl discovers she has supernatural powers and is drawn into a hidden world of witches and demons.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Some romantic elements and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore40

There are fights and dangerous encounters with supernatural beings.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy10

References to demonic entities may be present.

Substance Use0

Substance use is absent from the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is absent from the narrative.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some scenes involve supernatural threats and suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft70

Witchcraft, demons, and supernatural powers are central elements.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent from the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The worldview involves supernatural forces and magic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed in this book.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Elena shows courage in facing her powers and dangers.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship15

Friendship and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and repentance are not central themes.

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