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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Overdrive

by Dawn Ius

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2016

A teen girl navigates the challenges of her mother's addiction and her own struggles with self-worth. She finds strength in unexpected places.

Concern Level

55/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content50

Kissing and implied intimacy occur between characters.

Violence / Gore30

Some physical altercations and emotional distress are depicted.

Profanity / Language40

Moderate profanity is used by characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous content is present.

Substance Use60

Drug and alcohol use by adults and teens is a central theme.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

Themes of self-harm and suicidal ideation are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

No scary or horror elements are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes10

Minor LGBTQ+ representation is present.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The story explores difficult life circumstances without a strong religious focus.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows resilience in difficult situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Supportive friendships are a key element.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Moments of understanding and empathy are shown.

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