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EVERMORE

Sara Holland

The Alchemist and the Sorceress battle in this sequel to "Everless." (Ages 13 and up)

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? Fantasy violence, executions and deaths, threatening situations, grief, and emotionally complex romance make this more suitable for middle-to-older teens than younger readers. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • Death of a character4/5
  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Romance3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Death of a character4/5
Why this rating?

Death is central to the plot as a form of currency and through backstory loss.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Some descriptions of injury and blood, but not graphic.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Mild language used occasionally.

Religious themes1/5
Why this rating?

Contains world-building with mythic, god-like figures.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Includes mild teen romance and romantic tension.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Features tense, menacing situations and dark fairy-tale themes.

Alcohol or drugs1/5
Why this rating?

No significant substance use.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Includes fantasy combat, duels, and moments of threat.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

The protagonists repeatedly confront dangerous authority, loss, and uncertainty with persistence and moral courage.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

The time-based magic system, alternate society, mysteries, and inventive problem-solving strongly support imaginative engagement.

Diverse representation1/5
Why this rating?

Standard YA cast with limited focus on diverse representation.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Characters show empathy despite a harsh environment.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Explores themes of social inequality and the value of time.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates resilience and growth.

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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 the story approach death or loss? What helped the characters cope?
  3. Which choice in EVERMORE would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in EVERMORE, and what caused that change?
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