Dark horses
Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2016
A group of wealthy teenagers navigate the treacherous social landscape of their elite boarding school.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentRomantic relationships are central, with kissing and implied sexual activity.
Social conflicts and arguments are common.
Moderate to strong profanity is present in dialogue.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No suicide or self-harm is depicted in the story.
The story is realistic and not intended to be scary.
No occult or witchcraft elements are present in the story.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.
The focus on materialism and social climbing may be concerning.
No Christians are portrayed negatively in the story.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters sometimes show courage in social situations.
Faith is not a theme in this novel.
Romantic relationships and friendships are key plot points.
Themes of social status and navigating peer pressure are central.
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