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Young Adults · Ages 14–17

Since You've Been Gone

by Mary Jennifer Payne

Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults

Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.

First published 2014

A teenage girl named Emily travels to a mysterious island after her best friend disappears.

Concern Level

35/ 100

Mixed

Virtue Level

17/ 100

Thin

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Things to consider

Sexual Content10

Mild romantic undertones and potential for relationships exist.

Violence / Gore20

Some suspenseful situations and mild peril are present.

Profanity / Language30

Some mild profanity may appear in dialogue among teens.

Blasphemy0

No blasphemy is present in the story.

Substance Use0

No substance abuse is depicted in the story.

Suicide & Self-Harm0

No suicide or self-harm themes are present.

Scary / Disturbing40

The mystery and isolation of the island create a suspenseful atmosphere.

Occult & Witchcraft0

No occult or witchcraft elements are featured.

Sexuality & Gender Themes0

No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.

Worldview & Spirituality10

A contemporary worldview focused on mystery and personal investigation.

Anti-God or Christian Portrayal0

No negative portrayals of God or Christians are present.

Virtues to celebrate

Courage & Sacrifice50

Emily shows determination and bravery in her search for her friend.

Faith & Hope0

Christian faith is not a theme in this mystery story.

Love & Friendship30

Friendship and loyalty are central to the plot.

Forgiveness & Redemption10

Themes of seeking truth and solving mysteries are present.

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