Fear of Falling
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2001
A teenage girl struggles with the aftermath of a sexual assault and her journey toward healing and self-discovery.
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Extreme
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentThe book deals directly with the aftermath of sexual assault.
The book depicts the aftermath of violence and its emotional impact.
Some profanity is used by characters reflecting their distress.
No blasphemy is present in the narrative.
The protagonist experiences suicidal ideation as a result of trauma.
The book deals with the emotional and psychological impact of trauma, including self-harm thoughts.
The emotional intensity can be unsettling, but not overtly scary.
No occult themes are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are present.
The story focuses on individual resilience and psychological healing.
No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist demonstrates immense courage in confronting her trauma.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
The protagonist learns to love herself and rebuild relationships.
Themes of healing and finding strength are central, implying a form of redemption.
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