Every Gift a Curse — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
Big things are happening for Maeve and her tight-knit coven in Kilbeg, Ireland. Fiona lands a role on a TV show, Roe's band is poised to hit it big-time, and Lily has a new punk style and passion for tattooing. Then there's Maeve, whose magic is growing stronger and more frightening. She finds herself increasingly lashing out, doing and saying cruel things without knowing why. When her recurring dreams begin to involve her physically manifesting in other places, Maeve realizes the power she wields might not be entirely under her control. She turns to enemy-turned-maybe-friend Aaron for help, which means pushing her other friends away. But when the two learn that the religious cult the Children of Brigid is kidnapping vulnerable teenagers in preparation for a dangerous ritual, Maeve must risk letting an older magic consume her. She'll need all the protection--and love--she can get from her scattered coven.
Frequently asked questions
Is Every Gift a Curse appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The narrative includes a climactic battle that is described as detailed and gory, indicating a level of violence that may be intense for younger readers. Themes of racial and class-based violence are also present. The book contains elements of supernatural drama and eerie depictions, particularly involving a character known as the Housekeeper, which may be unsettling for some readers.
Does Every Gift a Curse have violence?
The narrative includes a climactic battle that is described as detailed and gory, indicating a level of violence that may be intense for younger readers. Themes of racial and class-based violence are also present.
Does Every Gift a Curse have scary content?
The book contains elements of supernatural drama and eerie depictions, particularly involving a character known as the Housekeeper, which may be unsettling for some readers.
Does Every Gift a Curse have religious themes?
The story involves a homophobic American evangelist cult and critiques conservative Christian values. It explores themes of religion and justice within the context of the characters' experiences in an Irish town.
Does Every Gift a Curse have racial/cultural content?
While the book features diverse characters, including a biracial character, race is not a central theme or plot element in the narrative.
Does Every Gift a Curse have profanity?
No profanity is detected in the search results.
Does Every Gift a Curse have climate change?
No climate themes are detected in the search results.
Does Every Gift a Curse have sexual identity?
No explicit sexual content is mentioned in the search results, though there are references to themes of attraction and relationships among characters.
Does Every Gift a Curse have gender roles?
The story incorporates feminist themes, particularly through the character dynamics and the decisions they face regarding friendship and future paths, reflecting modern feminist ideals.
Does Every Gift a Curse have lgbtq+ themes?
The book features a character who is a bisexual, genderqueer person and addresses themes of queer identity and intolerance, particularly in the context of a homophobic cult. The narrative incorporates LGBTQ+ rights as a significant theme, reflecting on societal issues.
