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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

One Of Us Is Lying

by Karen M. McManus

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2017

Five high school students walk into detention, but only four leave alive.

Concern Level

45/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Hints of teenage relationships and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore40

A murder occurs, and there are descriptions of its aftermath.

Profanity / Language30

Mild profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is absent from the dialogue.

Substance Use0

Substance use is not a focus of the plot.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Suicide or self-harm is not depicted.

Scary / Disturbing50

The mystery and potential danger create suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft themes are absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes20

Some LGBTQ+ characters are present, but not central.

Worldview & Spirituality0

A non-Christian worldview is not promoted.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

God and Christians are not portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice30

Characters show some bravery in facing suspicion.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship20

Friendship dynamics are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of truth and deception are present.

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