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THE FALSE VOW

Lydia Gregovic

In this sequel to “The Weaver Bride,” even though Lovett has won the Vainglory, there’s still one more hurdle to face. (Ages 12 and up)

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Strongest cautions

  • Romance4/5
  • Sexual content & nudity2/5
  • Strong language2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience3/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Mild language is reported. The frequency and exact terms are not available.

Romance4/5
Why this rating?

Romance is the central focus of the plot, involving emotional development and tension.

Sexual content & nudity2/5
Why this rating?

Romantic tension and implied intimacy are reported; explicit sexual detail does not appear to be central.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Social drinking by adults is reported without evidence that substance use is central or glamorized.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience3/5
Why this rating?

Characters appear to confront betrayal, danger, and difficult emotional truths; the available evidence does not establish how central this is.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

Fantasy world-building, political stakes, and strategic choices suggest imaginative appeal, though the story is also character-driven.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

No substantial range of backgrounds or identities is documented in the available assessments.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Empathy appears in the characters' relationships, though kindness is not described as the main theme.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of honesty and the consequences of one's choices.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Flawed adult characters face complex choices, offering some positive examples but not consistently ideal behavior.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. How did relationships or romance affect the characters’ choices?
  3. Which choice in THE FALSE VOW would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in THE FALSE VOW, and what caused that change?
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