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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Gasoline cowboy

by William Campbell Gault

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1974

A young man named Billy works on his father's ranch and dreams of owning his own.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore40

There are descriptions of fights and rough ranch work.

Profanity / Language30

Some mild profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance use is featured in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in this book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is primarily secular and focused on self-reliance.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Billy shows courage in pursuing his dreams and facing challenges.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this book.

Love & Friendship20

Family loyalty and budding romantic interest are shown.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

The story does not focus on grace or repentance.

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