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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

To a Darker Shore

by Leanne Schwartz

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A young woman named Elara is drawn into a dangerous world of ancient magic and forbidden love.

Concern Level

60/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content50

Intense romantic feelings and some passionate kissing occur.

Violence / Gore30

There are descriptions of magical combat and peril.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy10

Some ancient rituals might be perceived as blasphemous.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some dark and unsettling magical elements exist.

Occult & Witchcraft70

The story heavily features magic, spells, and ancient powers.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The magic system has a non-Christian spiritual basis.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Elara shows bravery facing dangerous magical threats.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship40

A strong romantic connection develops between the protagonists.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of redemption are present but not central.

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