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ALL THE STARS AND TEETH

Adalyn Grace

Explore the age guidance, content cautions, positive qualities, and supporting notes for ALL THE STARS AND TEETH by Adalyn Grace. This book is recommended for ages 14+; content notes include Frightening scenes, Violence, Death of a character; positive qualities include Courage & resilience, Creativity & curiosity.

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? The novel combines complex fantasy politics and relationships with repeated peril, frightening creatures, deaths, and emotionally intense violence. Mature middle-school readers may manage it, but it is best suited to teens. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes4/5
  • Violence4/5
  • Death of a character3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity4/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

Characters die in battle and as a result of the magic system; the consequences are felt throughout.

Graphic injury2/5
Why this rating?

Includes descriptions of injuries and blood typical of a fantasy adventure, but not overly graphic.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild swearing and insults suitable for the YA genre.

LGBTQIA characters1/5
Why this rating?

Includes minor queer representation among secondary characters; LGBTQIA identities and relationships are not central to the story.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Gods and supernatural beliefs help shape the fantasy world, but religious practice and faith are background elements rather than a major theme.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Contains teen romance and attraction, which is a significant part of the plot but not explicit.

Frightening scenes4/5
Why this rating?

Sea monsters, dangerous magic, captivity, chases, and threats to characters create sustained frightening tension.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Some mild flirtation and romantic tension, nothing sexual.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Some scenes involve social drinking in fantasy settings.

Violence4/5
Why this rating?

Frequent fantasy combat, magical duels, and encounters with deadly sea monsters.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Facing monsters, dangerous magic, betrayal, and political pressure courageously is central to the story.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Imaginative sea mythology, magical powers, invented realms, monsters, and inventive problem-solving strongly support creative engagement.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Features a diverse cast of characters in the main party.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Compassion, friendship, sacrifice, and protecting vulnerable people are meaningful parts of the character arcs.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes responsibility, loyalty, self-knowledge, cooperation, and choosing ethical action over power or status.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters make serious mistakes but grow through accountability, bravery, loyalty, and willingness to protect others.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. Which moment felt most tense or frightening? What helped the characters handle fear?
  3. Which choice in ALL THE STARS AND TEETH would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in ALL THE STARS AND TEETH, and what caused that change?
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