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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Countdown

by Harris, Christine

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1995

A group of teens faces a terrifying countdown to an unknown doom.

Concern Level

72/ 100

Extreme

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some romantic tension and implied intimacy exist between characters.

Violence / Gore70

Graphic violence and death are depicted throughout the story.

Profanity / Language40

Characters use moderate profanity in stressful situations.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemy may occur in moments of extreme distress.

Substance Use20

Some characters may exhibit reckless behavior under pressure.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

Themes of desperation and potential self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing80

The book is filled with intense fear and terrifying events.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story does not promote a non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Characters demonstrate bravery in the face of extreme danger.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this story.

Love & Friendship30

Some characters show loyalty and protectiveness towards others.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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