What Age Is Appropriate to Read Fourth Wing?

Rebecca Yarros’ Fourth Wing has exploded in popularity, captivating readers with dragons, danger, and sizzling romance.But with its intense action and mature themes, one question keeps surfacing among parents and readers alike:

What is the appropriate age to read Fourth Wing?

Here’s what you need to know if you're considering it for yourself, a teen, or a younger reader.

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📖 What Is Fourth Wing About?

Fourth Wing follows Violet Sorrengail, a young woman forced into the brutal training grounds of Basgiath War College, where aspiring dragon riders either succeed—or die trying.

It’s a thrilling mix of epic fantasy battles, high-stakes romance, and personal survival.Often described as The Hunger Games meets A Court of Thorns and Roses, Fourth Wing quickly became a TikTok sensation for romantasy fans.

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🚩 Mature Themes in Fourth Wing

While Fourth Wing is set in a fantasy world, it features significant mature content:

• Strong language (frequent use of f-bombs and explicit dialogue)

• Graphic violence (bloody battles, on-page deaths, severe injuries)

• Sexual content (multiple open-door sex scenes described in detail)

• Emotional intensity (PTSD, grief, betrayal, and manipulation)

Many readers expecting a Young Adult (YA) vibe were surprised to find New Adult (NA) themes much closer to an R-rated film than PG-13.

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👩‍👩‍👧‍👦 Recommended Age for Fourth Wing

Based on the book’s content and tone, here’s a general guide:

• Recommended Reading Age: 16+ or 17+

• Why: Explicit language, graphic violence, and sexual scenes

• Publisher Classification: Officially marketed as New Adult fantasy, not YA

• Common Sense Reader Opinions: Many parents and reviewers suggest mature high school juniors/seniors or college-age readers.

While mature teens may handle the intensity, it's important for families to be aware of the strong adult themes throughout the novel.

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🎧 A Cleaner Way to Enjoy Fourth Wing

Love the idea of Fourth Wing — dragons, action, romance — but want a version more suited to younger or more sensitive readers?

Siftbooks offers a filtered audiobook experience for Fourth Wing, removing strong language, explicit sexual content, and excessive violence, while keeping the spirit of the story intact.

Now you can enjoy Violet’s incredible journey — dragons and all — without worrying about unexpected mature scenes.

🎧 Listen to the clean version of Fourth Wing here →

With its breathtaking world and unforgettable characters, Fourth Wing deserves a wide audience — and with the right version, every reader can find their perfect adventure.