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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Dark Dude (w.t.)

by Oscar Hijuelos

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A young Puerto Rican boy named Mateo navigates the challenges of adolescence and his family's expectations in New York City.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

9/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some discussions of attraction and a brief kiss occur.

Violence / Gore20

Mild street-level conflict and arguments are depicted.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft elements are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

Cultural perspectives are presented without explicit worldview promotion.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Mateo shows resilience in facing personal challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a central theme.

Love & Friendship30

Family love and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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