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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

A death-struck year

by Makiia Lucier

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

In 1918, a young woman named Lucianna faces the Spanish Flu pandemic and the loss of her family, finding strength and purpose in helping others.

Concern Level

38/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

24/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

The story depicts illness, death, and the grim realities of the pandemic.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing50

The pervasive threat of illness and death creates a somber atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not feature occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story presents a secular worldview focused on human resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Lucianna demonstrates significant courage and determination.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

Love for family and compassion for others are central.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of resilience and finding purpose in hardship are present.

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