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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Thunderhead

by Neal Shusterman

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2018

In the conclusion of the Arc of a Scythe trilogy, Citra and Rowan face the ultimate test of their morality and humanity as they confront the Thunderhead and the future of the world.

Concern Level

58/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

34/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are some romantic relationships with kissing.

Violence / Gore70

The book depicts significant violence, including gleaning and combat.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy10

Some questioning of divine concepts may occur.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Themes of death and existential dread are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The high stakes and moral dilemmas create tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality40

The story explores complex ethical questions outside traditional frameworks.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Citra and Rowan exhibit immense courage in their choices.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship70

Self-sacrificing love and loyalty are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

The characters grapple with difficult moral choices and consequences.

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