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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Goig

by Alfredo Bryce Echenique

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 1987

This novel follows the life of Alfredo, a young man navigating his relationships and experiences in Peru and Europe.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

6/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content40

Adult relationships and intimacy are discussed and depicted with some explicitness.

Violence / Gore20

Some scenes depict mild physical altercations and emotional distress.

Profanity / Language30

Occasional use of mild profanity appears in dialogue.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the text.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the narrative.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of existential angst and despair are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are not present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

A secular worldview is presented through character actions and thoughts.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Christianity is not a significant element in the narrative.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters face challenges but overt courage is not central.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

Familial and romantic love are explored, but not always self-giving.

Forgiveness & Redemption5

Themes of forgiveness are touched upon, but not central.

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