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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Afterward

by Jennifer Mathieu

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A high school student navigates the complexities of friendship, family, and her own identity after a traumatic event impacts her community.

Concern Level

18/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Kissing and implied romantic intimacy occur between characters.

Violence / Gore20

The story deals with the aftermath of a violent event.

Profanity / Language10

Mild profanity is used sparingly by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

The story touches on the emotional toll of trauma.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not intended to be scary.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not involve occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores secular coping mechanisms for grief.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show resilience in the face of adversity.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a focus of the characters.

Love & Friendship50

Friendship and familial love are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Empathy and support for others are shown.

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