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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Touching Darkness

by Scott Westerfeld

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

Anya, a girl with a dark past, is drawn into a dangerous world of supernatural creatures and secrets.

Concern Level

75/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

22/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content50

There are romantic relationships with kissing and implied intimacy.

Violence / Gore60

There is significant violence, including fighting and death.

Profanity / Language40

Profanity is present in the dialogue and narrative.

Blasphemy20

Some blasphemous language may be present.

Substance Use0

No substance use is present in this supernatural story.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

Characters face life-threatening situations and despair.

Scary / Disturbing70

The story contains frightening creatures and intense suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft80

The plot involves supernatural powers, demons, and dark magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this supernatural story.

Worldview & Spirituality60

The narrative features a prominent occult and supernatural worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of God or Christians is present in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Anya demonstrates courage in facing dangerous supernatural threats.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present in this story.

Love & Friendship50

Romantic relationships and protective instincts are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of survival and dealing with darkness are explored.

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