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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The witch hunter

by Virginia Boecker

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

In a world where witches are hunted and burned, a young woman discovers she is one and must fight for her life.

Concern Level

67/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

24/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore50

Elizabeth faces battles and executions, with some on-page violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy10

The concept of witchcraft is presented as evil, but not directly blasphemous.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The threat of burning witches can be unsettling for some readers.

Occult & Witchcraft80

Witchcraft is a central theme, with magic and spells being used.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The world's religious system is presented as flawed and persecutory.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Religious figures are portrayed as harsh and judgmental.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Elizabeth shows immense courage facing her fate and fighting back.

Faith & Hope10

Christianity is the dominant religion, but its practice is flawed.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and friendship are shown, but not self-giving love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Repentance is not a significant theme in this story.

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