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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

City Limits (Black Apples)

by Bernard Ashley

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1997

This collection of stories explores the lives of teenagers in London dealing with social issues and personal struggles.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

7/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some sexual themes and situations are discussed.

Violence / Gore40

Depictions of urban life include some violence and conflict.

Profanity / Language50

Significant profanity is present throughout the stories.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemous language may occur.

Substance Use20

Themes of drug use and addiction are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters may experience despair or difficult emotional states.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some situations may be tense or unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are included.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Some stories may touch on diverse identities.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The worldview is largely secular and gritty.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show resilience in difficult circumstances.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present in the stories.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and familial relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are explored.

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