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Teens · Ages 14–16

Goodbye Jamie Boyd

by Elizabeth Fensham

Age rating: Ages 14–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2008

Jamie Boyd, a young boy, runs away from home after a fight with his parents and finds himself on a journey of self-discovery.

Concern Level

17/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

15/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest is hinted at, but not explicit.

Violence / Gore20

Some conflict and arguments occur between characters.

Profanity / Language5

Very mild, infrequent profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is featured.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are included.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

Jamie demonstrates courage in facing his challenges alone.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are central to the plot.

Love & Friendship30

Jamie's journey involves understanding family love.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Some lessons about understanding and reconciliation are present.

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