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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Blackout

by Robert Swindells

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2011

During a massive power outage, a group of teenagers must navigate the chaos and danger of their city to find safety.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present.

Violence / Gore60

Characters face threats from looters and dangerous situations.

Profanity / Language20

Mild profanity is present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing50

The blackout creates a tense and frightening atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The breakdown of society highlights human desperation and resilience.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

Teenagers show significant courage and resourcefulness to survive.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship50

The importance of looking out for each other is a key theme.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Focus is on survival and human interaction, not grace or repentance.

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