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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

If rock and roll were a machine

by Terry Davis

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2015

A teenage boy named Alex navigates the complexities of life, love, and music, using metaphors of rock and roll.

Concern Level

27/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

10/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Romantic relationships and kissing are described.

Violence / Gore5

Some emotional conflict and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language15

Mild to moderate profanity may be present.

Blasphemy5

Occasional casual or dismissive references to religion.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is portrayed.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality25

The narrative explores existential themes and personal meaning.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Alex shows courage in expressing himself through music.

Faith & Hope5

Faith is not a central theme, but personal searching is.

Love & Friendship20

Romantic love and friendship are significant themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of self-discovery and finding one's voice are present.

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