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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Drop into hell

by Olson, Gene

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1969

A young man named Jim is captured by the Viet Cong during the Vietnam War and must find a way to survive and escape.

Concern Level

62/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

32/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the narrative.

Violence / Gore80

The story depicts intense combat, injury, and death during wartime.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present due to the war setting.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is featured.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing30

The war setting can be intense and frightening at times.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story reflects the realities of war and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Jim demonstrates immense courage and resilience in a dire situation.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a prominent theme in this survival story.

Love & Friendship50

Loyalty to fellow soldiers and the desire for freedom are evident.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Survival and escape are the primary focuses, not repentance.

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