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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

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by Geoff Herbach

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A high school student named Alex navigates the complexities of friendship, family, and his own identity.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

13/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

There are discussions and implied sexual activity between teens.

Violence / Gore10

Some minor conflict and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language40

Moderate profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use10

There are discussions of difficult emotions and potential self-harm.

Suicide & Self-Harm10

Themes of depression and emotional distress are explored.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or supernatural elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes50

The protagonist explores his sexuality and relationships.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The worldview is secular, focusing on personal experiences and relationships.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are included.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice20

Alex shows some courage in confronting his feelings.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and romantic relationships are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of self-discovery and acceptance are present.

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