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The Wrath and the Dawn (The Wrath and the Dawn, #1) cover
Young Adults · Ages 14–17

The Wrath and the Dawn (The Wrath and the Dawn, #1)

by Renée Ahdieh

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

Shahrzad is forced to marry the Caliph of Khorasan, who has a history of executing his brides.

Concern Level

37/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

30/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Khalid and Shahrzad share passionate kisses and romantic encounters.

Violence / Gore40

The story depicts executions and the threat of violence.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.

Scary / Disturbing30

The Caliph's nightly executions create a suspenseful atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story is set in a historical Persian-inspired world.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present in the story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Shahrzad bravely uses her wit and storytelling to survive.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present in the story.

Love & Friendship60

A complex and evolving romantic love develops between Shahrzad and Khalid.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Shahrzad's actions lead to a gradual understanding and change in Khalid.

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