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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

First light

by Gary Crew

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1993

A group of teenagers on a remote island encounters strange phenomena and must confront their fears and the unknown.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

12/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore40

There are descriptions of peril and tense situations.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity may be present in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are included.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Characters experience significant fear and distress.

Scary / Disturbing60

The atmosphere is suspenseful and potentially frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft30

The strange phenomena hint at supernatural or unexplained forces.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story explores human reactions to the unknown.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

The teenagers must find courage to face the island's mysteries.

Faith & Hope0

Faith is not a central theme in this mystery.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty are tested under pressure.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are absent.

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