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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Hostage crisis

by Craig Simpson

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A group of teenagers finds themselves in a dangerous hostage situation.

Concern Level

52/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

25/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension exists between two characters.

Violence / Gore60

The story depicts a tense hostage situation with threats.

Profanity / Language30

Some mild profanity is used by characters under stress.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present in the book.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is featured in the plot.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing40

The hostage situation creates suspense and some frightening moments.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The narrative does not include occult or magical themes.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the book.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A secular worldview is generally presented.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

Christians are not specifically portrayed in this story.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters demonstrate bravery and quick thinking to survive.

Faith & Hope10

Faith is not a prominent element in the story.

Love & Friendship30

Some characters show loyalty and care for each other.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

There are minor instances of understanding between characters.

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