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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Anything but a Shot

by Sean McKeowen

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A young man named Sean navigates the challenges of his senior year of high school, dealing with relationships and his future.

Concern Level

8/ 100

Clean

Virtue Level

8/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension and kissing occur between Sean and his girlfriend.

Violence / Gore5

Some minor scuffles and arguments happen at school.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is present in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview presented is generally neutral.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Sean shows courage in facing his insecurities and future.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme, but some characters may mention it.

Love & Friendship15

Sean experiences developing romantic feelings for his girlfriend.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of forgiveness and understanding are subtly present.

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