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Young Adults · Ages 15–17

Poison Under Their Lips

by Mark Svendsen

Age rating: Ages 15–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2000

A young woman in a restrictive society discovers a dangerous secret that could change everything.

Concern Level

28/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

11/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content20

Mild romantic tension and a kiss occur between characters.

Violence / Gore30

Some scenes involve threats and physical altercations.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language appears in the text.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is a theme in the book.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm is depicted.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some suspenseful and tense moments are present.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft themes are explored.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present or affirmed.

Worldview & Spirituality30

The society's strict rules present a challenging worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice40

The protagonist shows courage in uncovering the truth.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship20

There are hints of romantic interest between characters.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace, mercy, or repentance are central.

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