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Young Adults · Ages 17+

Heart of the enemy

by Zachary M. Sherman

Age rating: Ages 17+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

A young man must confront his enemy during a time of war.

Concern Level

57/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

24/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension and implied intimacy are present.

Violence / Gore70

The story depicts significant violence and combat.

Profanity / Language30

Some profanity is used by characters in stressful situations.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemous language may appear during intense moments.

Substance Use10

References to the effects of war may include substance use.

Suicide & Self-Harm20

Themes of loss and despair may touch on self-harm ideation.

Scary / Disturbing30

The war setting creates an atmosphere of tension and danger.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or magical elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The worldview is secular, focusing on human conflict.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice80

Characters display immense courage in the face of war.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Loyalty and sacrifice for comrades are central themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

The story explores the consequences of conflict and survival.

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