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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Hopeless savages

by Jen Van Meter

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2003

A group of teenagers grapples with their past and present in this story.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some mild romantic interactions and discussions occur.

Violence / Gore20

There are some depictions of minor conflict and arguments.

Profanity / Language10

Occasional mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use10

Brief mentions or discussions of difficult emotions may occur.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of emotional distress are touched upon.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality10

Some characters may express secular viewpoints.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Christians or religious figures might be portrayed neutrally or with minor flaws.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Characters show courage in facing personal challenges.

Faith & Hope10

Christian faith is not a central focus.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship and loyalty are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of forgiveness may be present.

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