Second Guard
by J. D. Vaughn
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 2015
In a dystopian future, a young woman named Kaelen joins a resistance group called the Second Guard to fight against a tyrannical regime.
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
Concern Level
Mixed
Virtue Level
Present
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentSome kissing occurs between Kaelen and a fellow resistance fighter.
Characters face intense combat, including shootings and hand-to-hand fighting.
Mild profanity is used sparingly by some characters.
No blasphemy is present in the text.
No substance abuse is depicted in the story.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are present.
The oppressive atmosphere and danger create some tension.
No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The story focuses on fighting oppression, not promoting a specific worldview.
No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceKaelen shows significant courage in facing overwhelming odds.
No explicit Christian faith elements are present.
Loyalty and camaraderie are shown among the Second Guard members.
The narrative does not focus on themes of grace or repentance.
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