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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Beau, Lee, the Bomb, & me

by Mary McKinley

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

Beau and Lee navigate a dangerous situation involving a bomb and their own personal struggles.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Implied romantic attraction and some kissing occur.

Violence / Gore50

A bomb threat and its potential detonation create significant tension.

Profanity / Language30

Some profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use20

Themes of depression and suicidal ideation are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm40

Suicidal ideation and attempts are discussed and depicted.

Scary / Disturbing30

The bomb threat creates suspense and some scary moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is secular, focusing on human resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Characters show courage in facing danger and personal struggles.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and support between characters are important.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of overcoming adversity and finding hope are present.

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