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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Powers

by Deborah Lynn Jacobs

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2006

A group of teenagers discovers they have superpowers and must learn to control them while navigating high school and a looming threat.

Concern Level

32/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

18/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic tension and kissing occur between characters.

Violence / Gore40

Superpowers are used in fights, with some descriptions of impact.

Profanity / Language5

Minimal, mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is used.

Substance Use0

No substance use is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.

Scary / Disturbing20

Some action sequences and the threat may be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The powers are presented as innate abilities, not magic.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

The focus is on personal responsibility with powers, not a specific worldview.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Characters demonstrate courage in using their powers to protect others.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship30

Friendships are central, with some romantic interests developing.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Characters learn to take responsibility for their actions and choices.

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