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Teens · Ages 13–15

Journey on a Runaway Train

by Dee Garretson

Age rating: Ages 13–15 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

A young girl named Anya finds herself on a runaway train and must navigate a surreal, dreamlike landscape.

Concern Level

16/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in this book.

Violence / Gore15

The runaway train and strange encounters create tension.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used in the text.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the narrative.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is mentioned.

Scary / Disturbing20

The surreal and unpredictable journey can be unsettling.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

No non-Christian worldview is promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Anya demonstrates courage in facing the unknown.

Faith & Hope0

No Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship10

Anya's determination to survive shows inner strength.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are present.

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