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Teens · Ages 13–17

Big Dry

by Tony Davis

Age rating: Ages 13–17 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

In a post-apocalyptic future, a young girl named Sarah must survive a harsh desert landscape and protect her younger brother.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

Survival situations involve threats and some physical altercations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing30

The harsh desert environment and survival threats create some tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story does not involve occult themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on human resilience, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Sarah shows great courage protecting her brother in dangerous situations.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme or element in the narrative.

Love & Friendship60

Sarah's love for her brother drives her actions and sacrifices.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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