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BLIGHTFALL

Brandon Sanderson and Janci Patterson

Arturo Mendez and his team escort diplomats to the planet of Blightfall, where things are not what they appear to be. Read by Eddie Lopez and Suzy Jackson. 12 hours, 41 minutes unabridged.

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Strongest cautions

  • Violence3/5
  • Death of a character2/5
  • Frightening scenes2/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models4/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

The wartime setting includes serious danger and possible loss, but the supplied evidence does not establish a prominent or graphic death.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Injuries may be mentioned during combat, but graphic blood, wounds, and gore are not emphasized.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild sci-fi slang and frustrated exclamations are indicated; strong profanity and slurs are not.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

The available assessment suggests some inclusive representation, but does not identify a prominent LGBTQIA character or relationship.

Frightening scenes2/5
Why this rating?

Tension comes from dangerous missions, the Delvers, and possible planetary destruction. The fear appears moderate and adventure-focused.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Sustained science-fiction combat, including space dogfights, military engagements, and laser weapons; intensity appears moderate rather than graphic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The entire plot centers on characters choosing to face overwhelming odds to do the right thing.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Showcases inventive world-building and creative solutions to complex sci-fi problems.

Diverse representation3/5
Why this rating?

The science-fiction cast includes varied backgrounds and species, with diversity appearing meaningfully represented rather than purely incidental.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

It may encourage tactical thinking and teamwork, but it is primarily an adventure story rather than instruction.

Kindness & empathy3/5
Why this rating?

Friendship, mutual support, and cooperation are important to the team, though the story also centers on military conflict.

Positive messages4/5
Why this rating?

The story emphasizes integrity, sacrifice, resilience, and cooperation across differences, with harmful choices treated as consequential.

Good role models4/5
Why this rating?

Characters model loyalty, resilience, teamwork, and standing up for what is right, despite the pressures of combat.

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  2. How did the story handle conflict or violence? Did the characters have other choices?
  3. Which choice in BLIGHTFALL would you have made differently, and why?
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