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Young Adults · Ages 16+

Sever

by Lauren DeStefano

Age rating: Ages 16+ · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2013

In a post-apocalyptic world, a young woman must make difficult choices to survive and protect her loved ones.

Concern Level

63/ 100

Heavy

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content60

Significant romantic and sexual tension is present, with some implied intimacy.

Violence / Gore70

Graphic violence, including death and injury, is frequent and intense.

Profanity / Language40

Profanity is used regularly throughout the narrative.

Blasphemy10

Mild blasphemy may occur in dialogue.

Substance Use20

Themes of despair and potential self-harm are present.

Suicide & Self-Harm30

Suicidal ideation and self-harm are explored.

Scary / Disturbing30

The atmosphere can be tense and frightening due to the setting.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult themes are present in this story.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes are present in the story.

Worldview & Spirituality20

The narrative focuses on survival and human relationships, not explicit worldviews.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayal of Christians is present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

The protagonist demonstrates significant courage in dangerous situations.

Faith & Hope0

No explicit Christian faith elements are present.

Love & Friendship40

Romantic love is a central theme, with some self-sacrificing elements.

Forgiveness & Redemption0

No themes of grace or repentance are explored.

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