Mean streets
by Graham Marks
Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2010
A young protagonist faces the harsh realities and dangers of urban life.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome romantic encounters and implied sexual activity occur.
Scenes of violence, crime, and danger are present.
Frequent and strong profanity is used.
Occasional blasphemous language may appear.
Substance use and its consequences are depicted.
Themes of despair and difficult life choices are present.
The gritty setting can be intense and unsettling.
Occult themes or witchcraft are absent from the narrative.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are featured.
The story depicts a challenging and often bleak environment.
There may be some negative portrayals of authority figures.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceCharacters display resilience and survival instincts.
True Christian faith elements are not present in the story.
Loyalty and protective instincts are shown.
Grace, mercy, and repentance are not explored themes.
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