Losing Gabriel
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2016
A young woman grapples with the loss of her boyfriend, Gabriel, and her grief.
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Mild
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in the narrative.
No violence is depicted in the story.
Mild profanity may appear in dialogue reflecting distress.
No blasphemous language is used.
The theme of grief may touch upon suicidal ideation.
The protagonist experiences intense grief and emotional distress.
The story is not scary or frightening.
No occult or magical elements are present.
No LGBTQ+ themes are explored.
The focus on grief may present a secular perspective.
God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceThe protagonist shows courage in facing her loss.
Christian faith is not a central element in this story.
The memory of love for Gabriel is central.
Themes of grace and repentance are not explicitly explored.
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