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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

After Sylvia

by Alan Cumyn

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2004

A young girl named Sylvia navigates complex family dynamics and her own emerging identity after her mother's departure.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Mild discussions and implications of relationships may occur.

Violence / Gore10

Emotional conflict and arguments are present.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use10

Themes of sadness and emotional distress are explored.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Mentions of emotional struggles and coping mechanisms.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary in a supernatural sense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is secular and focuses on personal experience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Sylvia shows resilience in facing difficult family situations.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Explores familial love and the search for connection.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of understanding and emotional growth are present.

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