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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Red midnight

by Ben Mikaelsen

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2002

A young boy named Red navigates the challenges of growing up in a remote Alaskan village and facing difficult choices.

Concern Level

23/ 100

Mild

Virtue Level

14/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic interest is present, but not explicit.

Violence / Gore30

Some scenes involve hunting, animal encounters, and physical hardship.

Profanity / Language10

Occasional mild profanity may be present.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language is present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

Some descriptions of nature can be intense.

Occult & Witchcraft0

The story is realistic, not occult.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on survival and personal growth.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of Christians or God are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Red demonstrates courage in facing harsh conditions and difficult decisions.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith elements are absent from the narrative.

Love & Friendship30

Family bonds and community support are important themes.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

Themes of grace and repentance are not explored.

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