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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Buster

by Linda M. Jennings

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

Buster, a young boy, navigates the challenges of adolescence, family issues, and finding his place in the world.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

There are discussions and implications of teenage relationships and intimacy.

Violence / Gore20

Some conflict and difficult situations arise between characters.

Profanity / Language30

Mild to moderate profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present in the narrative.

Substance Use20

Themes of emotional distress and coping are explored.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

There may be allusions to difficult emotional states.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is generally secular and focused on personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Buster shows resilience in dealing with his challenges.

Faith & Hope0

The narrative does not include elements of Christian faith.

Love & Friendship40

Family relationships and friendships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some instances of understanding and forgiveness may occur.

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