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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Chasing the bear

by Robert B. Parker

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2009

Spenser, a private investigator, is hired to protect a young woman from a dangerous man connected to her past.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

There are references to past sexual relationships and implied intimacy.

Violence / Gore60

Violence includes threats, physical altercations, and a shooting.

Profanity / Language50

Profanity is present, including common curse words.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No themes of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some suspenseful moments arise from the threats and danger.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The protagonist's moral code is secular and pragmatic.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Spenser displays courage in confronting dangerous individuals.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this story.

Love & Friendship10

Spenser shows a protective loyalty towards his client.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace or mercy are not central to the plot.

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