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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Desolación

by Robin Stevenson

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A teenage girl named Maya moves to a new town and struggles with loneliness and fitting in.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

2/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest and some kissing are depicted.

Violence / Gore0

No violence is depicted in the narrative.

Profanity / Language10

Minimal, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use10

Themes of depression and suicidal ideation are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm70

Suicidal ideation and attempts are a significant theme.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain any scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent from the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Subtle LGBTQ+ themes may be present but not prominent.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story may present a secular or non-Christian worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians and God are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice0

No specific instances of sacrificial courage are highlighted.

Faith & Hope0

True Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship10

Some elements of familial love are present.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace, mercy, and repentance are not explored.

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