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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Breakout

by Paul Fleischman

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A group of teenagers plans and executes an escape from a juvenile detention center, facing challenges and making difficult choices.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

27/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Some implied romantic relationships exist.

Violence / Gore60

The escape involves physical confrontation and danger.

Profanity / Language40

Profanity is present, reflecting the setting and characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in this book.

Substance Use10

There are mentions of difficult circumstances that could lead to despair.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of desperation and difficult choices are present.

Scary / Disturbing50

The escape plan creates suspense and tension.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present in this book.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The narrative focuses on human agency and survival, not divine intervention.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal20

Authority figures are sometimes portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The characters display significant courage and resourcefulness.

Faith & Hope0

No specific Christian faith elements are central.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty and camaraderie among the escapees are key.

Forgiveness & Redemption30

Themes of freedom and second chances are explored.

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