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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Out of reach

by Carrie Arcos

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2012

A teenage girl navigates a complex relationship with her mother and her own identity after her mother's release from prison.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

5/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Some kissing and discussion of sexual experiences occurs between teens.

Violence / Gore10

Minor physical altercations and threats are present.

Profanity / Language20

Some mild profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

Blasphemy is absent.

Substance Use0

Suicide or self-harm is absent.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

Mental health struggles are present but not self-harm.

Scary / Disturbing0

Scary elements are absent.

Occult & Witchcraft0

Occult or witchcraft is absent.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

LGBTQ+ themes are absent.

Worldview & Spirituality10

Some characters question societal norms and authority.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal10

Adults, including parents, are sometimes portrayed negatively.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice10

Characters show courage in facing difficult family situations.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is absent.

Love & Friendship20

Characters grapple with complex family and peer relationships.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Grace and mercy are not central themes.

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