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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Mayday

by Jonathan Friesen

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A young boy named Mayday is sent to a remote island to live with his estranged father after a family tragedy.

Concern Level

15/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore20

Some emotional intensity and conflict are present.

Profanity / Language10

Mild language may be used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is included.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a theme in this book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story does not contain scary elements.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on personal and family struggles.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Mayday shows resilience in adapting to his new life.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a significant element.

Love & Friendship40

The story explores the complexities of father-son love.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of healing and reconciliation are present.

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