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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Fortress

by M. M. Melvin

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A group of teenagers is trapped in a mysterious fortress and must uncover its secrets to escape, facing psychological and physical challenges.

Concern Level

50/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

16/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content5

Minimal romantic elements may be present.

Violence / Gore40

The characters face dangerous situations and threats.

Profanity / Language15

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use10

Characters experience intense fear and stress.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Characters may face despair and difficult choices.

Scary / Disturbing60

The fortress setting creates a tense and scary atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the narrative.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story may explore themes of isolation and control.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The protagonists demonstrate significant courage to survive.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship30

The characters develop bonds of trust and support.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are present.

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