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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Playing with fire

by Melody Carlson

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2007

A Christian teenager grapples with temptation and faith when she gets involved with a charismatic but dangerous boy.

Concern Level

25/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

61/ 100

Rich

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Things to consider

Sexual Content30

Romantic tension and kissing are present.

Violence / Gore20

Emotional conflict and arguments occur.

Profanity / Language10

Some mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing0

The story is not scary or frightening.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are present.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The story contrasts Christian values with worldly influences.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The protagonist shows courage in facing difficult choices.

Faith & Hope70

Christian faith, prayer, and Scripture are central to the plot.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and romantic attraction are explored.

Forgiveness & Redemption60

Themes of forgiveness and seeking God's will are present.

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