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THE FALLEN AND LEVIATHAN

Thomas E. Sniegoski

A half-angel, half-human hero girds for battle.

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? The book contains fantasy violence, themes of supernatural peril, and mild language appropriate for older teens. The complex moral questions and intense narrative tone are best suited for readers aged 14 and up. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • Religious themes4/5
  • Death of a character3/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5

Strongest positives

  • Courage & resilience4/5
  • Creativity & curiosity3/5
  • Good role models3/5

What’s in it?

Death of a character3/5
Why this rating?

The nature of the conflict involves the deaths of various characters, including those associated with the protagonist.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of injuries related to supernatural battles, but not gratuitous or excessive.

Strong language2/5
Why this rating?

Contains occasional mild profanity consistent with contemporary young adult fiction.

Religious themes4/5
Why this rating?

Angels, fallen angels, Nephilim, biblical traditions, redemption, and spiritual destiny are central to the story world.

Romance2/5
Why this rating?

Includes age-appropriate teen romantic developments and crushes central to the protagonist's growth.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Fallen angels, demons, monsters, possession-like danger, ominous revelations, and threats to young characters create sustained tension.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

Mild romantic tension and occasional discussion of attraction, but no explicit content.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

Brief mentions of social settings; not a central theme of the story.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Features supernatural combat, confrontations with celestial beings, and peril involving humans and angels.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Facing frightening enemies, discovering a difficult identity, protecting others, and choosing responsibility are major elements.

Creativity & curiosity3/5
Why this rating?

The book strongly encourages imaginative engagement through angelic mythology, supernatural world-building, powers, and inventive threats.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Characters are generally consistent with the demographic norms of the genre's era.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

It may prompt interest in angelic and biblical mythology, but it is primarily an adventure novel rather than instructional nonfiction.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Friendship, family loyalty, protection, and helping others matter, though they are balanced against conflict and supernatural danger.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes identity, responsibility, loyalty, resisting evil, moral choice, sacrifice, and the consequences of using power.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

Characters show loyalty and courage, while also making dangerous mistakes; the story allows room for moral growth rather than simple perfection.

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  1. What did courage look like in this story? Was being brave always the same as being fearless?
  2. What beliefs or religious ideas appear in the story? How do they influence the characters?
  3. Which choice in THE FALLEN AND LEVIATHAN would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in THE FALLEN AND LEVIATHAN, and what caused that change?
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