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Young Adults · Ages 15+

Dead River

by Cyn Balog

Age rating: Ages 15+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A teenage girl is stranded in a post-apocalyptic world and must survive against dangerous threats.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

20/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

There are hints of romantic attraction and some kissing.

Violence / Gore60

Graphic violence includes fighting, killing, and descriptions of gore.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing50

The atmosphere is tense and suspenseful with scary encounters.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The worldview is survival-focused and secular.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice70

The protagonist displays immense courage and determination to survive.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Some protective instincts and care for others are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of resilience and hope in dire circumstances are present.

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