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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Dead Is the New Black

by Marlene Perez

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

A teenage girl named Chloe investigates a series of murders in the fashion world, uncovering dark secrets.

Concern Level

65/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Sexual themes and relationships are present and explored.

Violence / Gore70

The story features murders and violent situations.

Profanity / Language50

Profanity is used by characters in the story.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use20

Subtle references to substance use may occur.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Mild themes of distress may be present.

Scary / Disturbing30

Some suspenseful and potentially unsettling moments exist.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes20

Some LGBTQ+ characters or themes may be 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 present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Chloe shows determination in solving the mystery.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

Friendships and romantic relationships are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story focuses on intrigue and secrets.

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