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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Al Capone throws me a curve

by Gennifer Choldenko

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2018

A young boy named Al Capone Ellis gets caught up in the gangster world of 1930s Chicago.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

21/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild allusions to adult themes may be present.

Violence / Gore50

Violence and criminal activity are depicted throughout.

Profanity / Language40

Some profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemy may occur in dialogue.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is present in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is present in the book.

Scary / Disturbing30

The criminal underworld creates a tense atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The narrative explores moral ambiguity and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Al Capone Ellis shows resourcefulness in a dangerous environment.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a prominent theme.

Love & Friendship30

Loyalty and survival are key motivations.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

The story focuses on navigating difficult circumstances.

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