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Shift Happens (Carus, #1) cover
Teens · Ages 13–16

Shift Happens (Carus, #1)

by J.C. McKenzie

Age rating: Ages 13–16 · Teens

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

A teenager named Alex discovers they can shapeshift and must learn to control their new abilities while evading those who hunt them.

Concern Level

33/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

23/ 100

Present

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Things to consider

Sexual Content0

No sexual content is present in the story.

Violence / Gore30

There are chase scenes and confrontations with hunters.

Profanity / Language0

No profanity is used by the characters.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemous language or themes are present.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No instances of suicide or self-harm are shown.

Scary / Disturbing10

The threat of being hunted creates some suspense.

Occult & Witchcraft40

Shapeshifting abilities are a core element of the plot.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality0

The story focuses on self-discovery and survival.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice60

Alex shows courage in learning to use their powers.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this fantasy story.

Love & Friendship40

Friendship and loyalty are important to Alex.

Forgiveness & Redemption20

Themes of adapting to change and finding one's place are present.

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