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STRANGER SKIES

Pascale Lacelle

In this sequel to "Curious Tides," Emory, Romie, Baz, and Kai find themselves thrust across time and space. (Ages 14 and up)

Ages 14+Source checked

Why this age? Dark magical peril, frightening situations, emotional distress, and mature relationship themes combine with demanding fantasy-world complexity. Younger, sensitive readers may need extra caution. This is guidance, not a safety guarantee; reading level and family context may differ.

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Recommended age14+

Strongest cautions

  • Frightening scenes3/5
  • Romance3/5
  • Violence3/5

Strongest positives

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

What’s in it?

Death of a character2/5
Why this rating?

Themes of loss and the presence of death are central to the protagonist's journey.

Graphic injury1/5
Why this rating?

Minor instances of injuries consistent with fantasy adventure, nothing excessive.

Strong language1/5
Why this rating?

Occasional mild language common to young adult literature.

LGBTQIA characters2/5
Why this rating?

Features incidental LGBTQIA representation consistent with modern YA standards.

Romance3/5
Why this rating?

Contains young adult romantic subplots that are integral but not sexually explicit.

Frightening scenes3/5
Why this rating?

Dark magic, dangerous supernatural forces, and tense situations may frighten sensitive readers, though the fear is mainly atmospheric rather than graphic.

Sexual content & nudity1/5
Why this rating?

No explicit sexual content or nudity.

Violence3/5
Why this rating?

Features fantasy-based conflict and peril, though it is not excessively graphic.

What’s good in it?

Courage & resilience4/5
Why this rating?

Courage in the face of immense change and danger is a central motivator.

Creativity & curiosity4/5
Why this rating?

Highly imaginative world-building and magical systems.

Diverse representation2/5
Why this rating?

Includes a diverse cast of characters portrayed with agency.

Educational value1/5
Why this rating?

Encourages critical thinking regarding themes like memory and truth.

Kindness & empathy2/5
Why this rating?

Empathy and cooperation are important to the protagonist's success.

Positive messages3/5
Why this rating?

Emphasizes themes of personal responsibility, truth-seeking, and courage.

Good role models3/5
Why this rating?

The protagonist demonstrates resilience and growth, serving as an effective role model.

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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 STRANGER SKIES would you have made differently, and why?
  4. Who changed the most in STRANGER SKIES, and what caused that change?
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